Campus Development Construction Project Manager

Willow Creek Community Church; South Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Willow Creek Community Church is seeking a Campus Development Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial construction, remodeling, and grounds projects across multiple campuses. You will work with church leaders, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to deliver projects on time and on budget.

The role combines project management, relationship building, and problem-solving in a full-time capacity, with a schedule that includes occasional Sundays or events as projects require.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in construction or commercial project management (degree and/or equivalent experience).
• The ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities without losing momentum.
• Strong organizational, execution, and communication skills.
• A relational, emotionally healthy leadership style—especially under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine alignment with our mission and values.
• Alignment with the mission, theology, and worship philosophy of the church.

Responsibilities

• Projects that get done right - define scope, build schedules, manage budgets, obtain bids, oversee contractors and volunteer teams across multiple campuses.
• Clear, consistent communication - keep stakeholders informed, heard, and confident in the process.
• Strong vendor and contractor relationships - build long-term partnerships and negotiate preferred pricing where possible.
• Volunteer teams that thrive - recruit, organize, and lead volunteers to support projects and offset labor costs.

Skills

Construction management

Project scheduling

Budgeting

Vendor relations

Volunteer leadership

Education

Degree and/or equivalent experience

Job description

Willow Creek Community Church is an egalitarian non-denominational, multi-site church in and across Chicagoland passionate about helping people take next steps to love God, love people, and change the world.

We’re looking for a Campus Development Construction Project Manager to help bring ministry spaces to life across our campuses—overseeing commercial construction, remodeling, and grounds projects that make it easier for people to gather, connect, and grow. This role sits at the intersection of project management, relationship building, and problem-solving. You’ll work closely with church leaders, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to make sure projects are completed on time, on budget, and done well.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Projects that get done right - You’ll help define scope, build schedules, manage budgets, obtain bids, and oversee contractors and volunteer teams across multiple campuses. Safety, quality, and follow-through matter here.
• Clear, consistent communication - Stakeholders stay informed, feel heard, and trust the process because you keep people in the loop and handle changes with clarity and care.
• Strong vendor and contractor relationships - You’ll build long-term partnerships, negotiate preferred pricing where possible, and become a trusted point of contact.
• Volunteer teams that thrive - You’ll help recruit, organize, and lead volunteer teams to support projects and offset labor costs—developing people while getting great work done.

Compensation & Benefits

• The salary range is $68,000 - $93,000 (dependent upon experience and skill set) and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement planning with company match
• Parental paid leave
• Tuition assistance
• Generous paid time off

Requirements

• Solid experience in construction or commercial project management (degree and/or equivalent experience)
• The ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities without losing momentum
• Strong organizational, execution, and communication skills
• A relational, emotionally healthy leadership style—especially under pressure
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine alignment with our mission and values
• Alignment with the mission, theology, and worship philosophy of the church.

Work Environment & Expectations

This is a full-time, exempt role with a typical Monday–Friday schedule, plus occasional Sundays, holidays, or special events as projects require. Some physical activity is part of the job—walking job sites, lifting materials, and being present where the work happens.

Salary Description

$68,000 - $93,000 yearly