Concrete Project Manager

LVI Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Vehicle allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Concrete Restoration Project Manager to oversee complex restoration and repair projects across commercial, institutional, industrial, healthcare, and high-rise structures.

From pre-construction through closeout, you will lead schedules, budgets, safety, and client communications while coordinating with field teams, engineers, and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in concrete restoration or specialty construction.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, engineering reports, and specifications.
• Experience managing projects from $500K to $25M+.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of concrete restoration projects from award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost controls.
• Coordinate field operations with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review plans, specifications, structural reports, and contract documents.
• Lead client meetings and maintain relationships with owners, consultants, and engineers.
• Track project productivity, labor, materials, and equipment costs.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Client relations

Scheduling

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Job description

Concrete Restoration Project Manager

Location: Confidential

Industry: Concrete Restoration, Structural Repair, Waterproofing & Building Envelope Construction

About the Opportunity

A leading specialty contractor is seeking an experienced Concrete Restoration Project Manager to oversee complex restoration and repair projects across commercial, institutional, industrial, healthcare, and high-rise structures.

This position offers the opportunity to manage challenging projects involving structural concrete rehabilitation, parking garage restoration, waterproofing, façade repairs, and building envelope improvements from pre-construction through project closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of concrete restoration projects from award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost controls.
• Coordinate field operations with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Review plans, specifications, structural reports, and contract documents.
• Lead client meetings and maintain strong relationships with owners, consultants, and engineers.
• Track project productivity, labor, materials, and equipment costs.
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage change orders.
• Oversee procurement and material deliveries.
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and schedule objectives.
• Manage project billing, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Lead project closeout, punch list completion, and turnover documentation.

Typical Project Scope

• Structural concrete repair
• Parking garage restoration
• Balcony and podium deck rehabilitation
• Concrete slab replacement
• Concrete patching and rehabilitation
• Structural strengthening
• Corrosion mitigation systems
• Expansion joint replacement
• Traffic coating installation
• Carbon fiber reinforcement
• Cathodic protection systems
• Waterproofing applications
• Plaza deck restoration
• Shotcrete repairs
• Structural crack injection

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in concrete restoration, structural repair, or specialty construction.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods related to concrete rehabilitation.
• Experience managing projects ranging from $500K to $25M+.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, engineering reports, and specifications.
• Experience with project scheduling software and project management platforms.
• Strong financial management and cost-control skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Concrete Restoration
• Structural Concrete Repair
• Partial & Full Depth Repairs
• Shotcrete Installation
• Epoxy Injection
• Crack Repair
• Carbon Fiber Reinforcement (CFRP)
• Corrosion Mitigation
• Cathodic Protection
• Rebar Replacement
• Post-Tension Repair
• Structural Strengthening
• Traffic Coatings
• Waterproofing Membranes
• Sealants & Expansion Joints
• Hydrodemolition
• Concrete Overlays
• Balcony Restoration
• Parking Structure Rehabilitation
• Building Envelope Restoration

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Long-term career advancement opportunities

Ideal Background

This role is well-suited for Project Managers coming from companies involved in:

• Concrete restoration
• Structural rehabilitation
• Parking garage restoration
• Waterproofing and building envelope restoration
• Specialty contracting
• Heavy repair and rehabilitation projects