Construction Program Manager

RB Global Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company in Chicago is seeking a Construction Program Manager to oversee various phases of construction projects. Responsibilities include facilitating transitions between teams, managing project tracking systems, coordinating financial aspects, and collaborating across departments for updates. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in a related role or a combination of education and experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Function as the connection between Development & Construction teams for seamless project transitions and closeouts.
• Manage global project tracking system and provide updates with the Construction team.
• Coordinate with financial and payment systems for invoices and purchase orders.
• Collaborate with multiple departments for project status updates.
• Manage utility set-up, transfers, and closeouts.
• Run and arrange meetings, documenting minutes.
• Assist in special projects and assignments for the Real Estate/Construction team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Diploma/Degree in Construction, Program/Process Management, Financial or any related field

Job description

The Construction Program Management position will report directly to the Sr. Director, Construction and is responsible for supporting the Real Estate/Construction department on all stages of a construction project and processes. This position will be responsible for day-to-day tasks including due diligence support, project transitions & closeouts, arranging and running team meetings, purchase order generation and project financial support, /monthly/annual reporting and mapping/material creation as required. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of real estate & construction projects, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Function as the connection between Development & Construction teams to ensure seamless project transitions and closeouts
• Manages entire global project tracking system and recurring project updates and reports with the Construction team while managing the Construction filing system
• Coordinate and work with financial and payment system(s) to manage purchase orders, invoices, new vendor setup, etc.
• Collaborate with Real Estate, Construction, Legal, Finance/Accounting, and Operations to assist with current project status updates, delivery dates and existing site exits.
• Responsible for utility set-up, transfers, and closeouts
• Running and arranging meetings and taking minutes
• Assist in special projects and assignments for the Real Estate/Construction team, as required.

Experience:

• 2-5 years experience in a related role, or a combination of education and experience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work cross functionally with multiple stakeholders.
• Diploma/Degree in Construction, Program/Process Management, Financial or any related field.