Construction Manager - Federal Sector - NDER Program

Procon Consulting, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical/dental insurance

401(K) plan

Job summary

Procon Consulting, LLC, based in Chicago, is looking for a Construction Manager focusing on federal sector projects. The role involves leading construction management, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field and 8+ years of experience, particularly with renovations and MEP upgrades. Procon offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and a 401(K) plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction management experience with renovations and MEP upgrades.
• Experience in critical environments such as hospitals or government facilities.
• Strong field experience preferred, especially in high-rise buildings.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction management and owner's representative services.
• Manage on-site activities including mobilization and fit-out.
• Coordinate with all stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Monitor field operations for compliance and safety.
• Prepare project documentation and status updates.
• Support cost management including estimating and negotiations.

Skills

Construction Management

Communication Skills

Project Logistics

Budget Management

Quality Assurance

Construction Management Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Procore

Kahua

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Procon Consulting is a leading construction management and technology consulting firm with over 25 years of expertise in delivering complex projects nationwide. We are recognized as an ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for our commitment to quality and innovation. We are currently seeking a dedicated Construction Manager for Federal Sector projects to join our team.

This role involves overseeing construction projects within the federal sector, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing schedules and budgets, coordinating with stakeholders, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing construction projects, particularly within federal environments.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Planning, or related field.
• 8+ years of construction management experience with renovations, MEP/HVAC upgrades, fit-outs, and window or lighting replacement projects.
• Experience working in occupied, operational buildings and complex environments such as public agencies, hospitals, universities, or government facilities.
• Strong field experience, including high-rise buildings and exterior cladding work preferred.
• Proven ability to manage client communication, project logistics, budgets, schedules, and change proposals.
• Proficient in construction management software including Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore, Kahua, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to review design documents, construction submittals, cost estimates, and quality assurance processes.
• Flexible schedule with ability to support occasional evening and daytime field work.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead construction management and owner’s representative services across renovation and MEP upgrade projects.
• Manage on-site construction activities including mobilization, fit-out, commissioning, and quality assurance.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and government stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Review project schedules, budgets, construction documents, and contractor submittals for compliance and accuracy.
• Monitor field operations for adherence to drawings, safety standards, security requirements, and building codes.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including meeting minutes, field reports, and status updates.
• Track project progress, identify issues, and communicate solutions effectively to project teams and clients.
• Support cost management efforts including estimating, cost verification, and change order negotiations.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Interested and qualified candidates please submit a cover letter and a resume.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.