Construction PM — Great Lakes | 25% Travel

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 165,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement program

Insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago is seeking a Field Construction Manager to support EPC project leadership from pre-construction through warranty. You will oversee day-to-day safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, and staff across multiple projects, interfacing with clients and internal teams.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in construction/CM/engineering and 7+ years of PM experience in construction, with strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 7 years relevant project management experience in the construction industry required.
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transportation, transmission & distribution, or water industries preferred.
• A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is required.
• Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities and ensure successful execution of one or more projects.
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost development, and critical project objectives.
• Develop and manage client relationships, including proposals and project items.
• Negotiate prime contracts, CM contracts, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Implement project execution plans, including safety, quality, and procurement plans.
• Develop staffing plans and coordinate activities across multiple disciplines.
• Oversee permits, RFPs, bid processes, and scope of work documents for subcontractors.
• Review and communicate budgeting, cash flow, and status reports to management.
• Collaborate with engineering to deliver engineering deliverables per schedule.
• Manage contract administration, change management, invoicing, and claims mitigation.
• Coordinate commissioning/startup activities and project turnover documentation.
• Ensure compliance with insurance, taxes/duties, licensure, and bonding requirements.
• Mentor and train interns and field staff.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written and verbal communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction/Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Document control software

Scheduling software

Cost control software

Project management software

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago is seeking a Field Construction Manager to support EPC project leadership from pre-construction through warranty. You will oversee day-to-day safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, and staff across multiple projects, interfacing with clients and internal teams.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in construction/CM/engineering and 7+ years of PM experience in construction, with strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.