Campus Development PM: Build Inspiring Community Spaces

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Parental paid leave

Tuition assistance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Willow Creek Community Church is seeking a Campus Development Construction Project Manager to bring ministry spaces to life across our Chicagoland campuses. You will oversee commercial construction, remodeling, and grounds projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while supporting gathering, connection, and growth.

You’ll work with church leaders, contractors, vendors, and volunteers—fostering strong relationships, coordinating scopes, schedules, and safety.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Define scope, build schedules, manage budgets, obtain bids, and oversee contractors and volunteer teams across campuses.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with stakeholders and manage changes with clarity and care.
• Develop long-term vendor and contractor relationships and negotiate pricing where possible.
• Recruit, organize, and lead volunteer teams to support projects and offset labor costs.

Skills

Construction management

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Collaboration

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Willow Creek Community Church is seeking a Campus Development Construction Project Manager to bring ministry spaces to life across our Chicagoland campuses. You will oversee commercial construction, remodeling, and grounds projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while supporting gathering, connection, and growth.

You’ll work with church leaders, contractors, vendors, and volunteers—fostering strong relationships, coordinating scopes, schedules, and safety.