Construction Project Manager

Barnhart Crane & Rigging; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Vehicle allowance

401(k) match

Medical insurance

PTO and holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Barnhart CARES

Job summary

Barnhart Crane & Rigging in Chicago seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee crane and rigging projects from award to closeout. You will manage safety, schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction, serving as the main liaison for customers and internal teams.

This role requires 5–10 years of project management experience, strong leadership, and a solid understanding of crane operations. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with PMP preferred, and up to 25% travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Crane and rigging experience required.
• Working knowledge of crane and rigging operations and industrial construction principles.
• Understanding construction contracts and changing management.
• Strong planning, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• PMP certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel up to 25% annually.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closeout of assigned crane and rigging projects.
• Coordinate daily and weekly meetings with Superintendents and Project Engineers to align execution plans.
• Review project estimates to determine job cost, staffing, equipment, and resource needs.
• Monitor schedules, identify critical path risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee monthly job cost updates, support cash flow projections, and assist with change order management.
• Communicate project status related to safety, schedule, cost, and risk to stakeholders.
• Interface directly with customers, vendors, and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with Barnhart safety standards and applicable regulations.

Skills

Crane & Rigging

Crane Operations

Change Management

Planning

Leadership

Problem Solving

Travel up to 25%

PMP Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Project Managers manage customer projects from award through closeout with increasing autonomy. You are responsible for safety, schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction while applying crane and rigging knowledge to plan and execute work efficiently. The Project Manager serves as a key point of contact for customers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Lead planning, execution, and closeout of assigned crane and rigging projects.
• Coordinate daily and weekly meetings with Superintendents and Project Engineers to align execution plans.
• Review project estimates to determine job cost, staffing, equipment, and resource needs.
• Monitor schedules, identify critical path risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee monthly job cost updates, support cash flow projections, and assist with change order management.
• Communicate project status related to safety, schedule, cost, and risk to stakeholders.
• Interface directly with customers, vendors, and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with Barnhart safety standards and applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Crane and rigging experience required
• Working knowledge of crane and rigging operations and industrial construction principles.
• Understanding construction contracts and changing management.
• Strong planning, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• PMP certification preferred but not required
• Ability to travel up to 25% annually.

Experience:

5-10 years of project management experience

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus program.
• $1-for-$1 401(k) match up to 10% of pay.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Medical, PTO, holidays, disability, life insurance, and additional benefits.
• Barnhart CARES program supporting employee well-being.

PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER - Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK - Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry's strongest networks of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE - Barnhart has a strong team culture - the "One TEAM." We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran