Construction Manager

brookfield; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision beginning

401(k) Company matching

401(k) Vests on Day 1

Career development programs

Charitable donation matching

Job summary

GGP in Chicago, IL is seeking a Construction Manager to support the Development Department on expansion, renovation, and ground-up projects under the SVP of Construction. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and on-site work to ensure timely, cost-effective outcomes and coordinate with operations, leasing, and tenant teams.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of general contractor project management experience in retail or mixed-use environments, strong leadership, and proficiency with project

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering.
• 5-10 years of general contractor project management experience.
• Experience in retail, restaurant, entertainment, hospitality, mixed-use construction environments preferred.
• Experience with construction estimating, including conceptual budgeting.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage construction projects within an operating business environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the project team lead, driving execution and partnering cross-functionally with Property Management, Development, and Leasing.
• Oversee project reporting and budget forecasting, ensuring cost control and schedule optimization.
• Manage contract administration, including approvals of contracts, change orders, budgets, and vendor payments.
• Oversee performance and accountability of contractors and consultants.
• Oversee development, validation, and accuracy of construction budgets and estimates.
• Lead regional construction meetings and activity reporting, ensuring timely communication of project updates and performance.
• Provide technical guidance to property operations, tenant coordination, and leasing teams, including review of lease and construction plans.
• Champion and implement best practices across design and construction management ensuring compliance and alignment with department policies, procedure and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Scheduling software

Job description

Location

GGP Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300

Business

Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we're committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we're shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve

Job Description

Position Summary

The Construction Manager supports the Development Department in the execution of expansion, renovation, and ground-up development projects under the direction of the SVP of Construction. This role is responsible for overseeing project delivery, including budget management, scheduling, and on-site construction activities to ensure timely and cost-effective outcomes. The Construction Manager provides technical expertise to guide the design process and serves as a key partner to operations, leasing, and tenant coordination teams. This position ensures projects are executed in alignment with company standards, business objectives , and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the project team lead, driving execution and partnering cross-functionally with Property Management, Development, and Leasing.
• Oversee project reporting and budget forecasting, ensuring cost control and schedule optimization.
• Manage contract administration, including approvals of contracts, change orders, budgets, and vendor payments.
• Oversee performance and accountability of contractors and consultants.
• Oversee development, validation, and accuracy of construction budgets and estimates.
• Lead regional construction meetings and activity reporting, ensuring timely communication of project updates and performance.
• Provide technical guidance to property operations, tenant coordination, and leasing teams, including review of lease and construction plans.
• Champion and implement best practices across design and construction management ensuring compliance and alignment with department policies, procedure and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required .
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management , Architecture or Engineering.
• 5-10 years of general contractor project management experience required .
• Experience in retail, restaurant, entertainment, hospitality, mixed-use construction environments is preferred .
• Experience with construction estimating, including conceptual budgeting.
• Proven ability to manage construction projects within an operating business environment.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of building materials, construction methods, and cost management principles.
• Knowledge of architectural design and documentation processes.
• Experience managing external contractors, including contract administration and performance oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to assess quality, identify issues early, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate teams and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Technical and engineering acumen to evaluate design integrity and construction best practices.

Travel

Up to 25% travel required.

Compensation

• Salary type: Exempt
• Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Annual Base Salary Range: $135,000 - $140,000
• Annual Bonus: 20%

Benefit Information

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1
• 401(k) Company matching
• 401(k) Vests on Day 1
• Career development programs
• Charitable donation matching