Commercial Construction Lead — Ground-Up & Renovations

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager or General Contractor to lead commercial construction projects across our Chicago area and Wisconsin portfolio. You will oversee planning, execution, and field operations, coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and in-house teams to keep projects moving.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving, and the ability to balance schedules, costs, and quality across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects or working as a General Contractor.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Experience managing budgets, purchasing materials, and scheduling subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, building systems, materials, and sequencing.
• Experience balancing multiple projects simultaneously and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial construction projects from planning through completion.
• Manage new builds, renovations, tenant improvements, and facility upgrades across our portfolio.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and construction timelines.
• Coordinate and supervise in-house construction team across multiple job sites.
• Hire, schedule, and oversee subcontractors, specialty trades, and vendors.
• Order materials and supplies while controlling project costs.
• Ensure projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet quality expectations.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications, coordinate permits and inspections.
• Identify issues early and develop practical solutions; maintain project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Hands-on field involvement

Travel readiness

Job description

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager or General Contractor to lead commercial construction projects across our Chicago area and Wisconsin portfolio. You will oversee planning, execution, and field operations, coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and in-house teams to keep projects moving.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving, and the ability to balance schedules, costs, and quality across multiple sites.