Construction Project Manager

Premier Resources Group (PRG); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Resources Group in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead complex industrial projects across multiple facilities. This role is based in Chicago and requires overseeing planning, execution, safety, and commissioning with strong coordination among contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

You will manage planning through turnover, ensure QA/QC and safety compliance, and maintain schedules and budgets across four active plant locations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years managing industrial or manufacturing construction projects.
• Strong background with general contractors, EPCs, and construction management practices.
• Familiarity with QA/QC protocols, OSHA and client safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle from planning through turnover and commissioning.
• Lead cross-functional coordination with company stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and site teams.
• Oversee safety, QA/QC processes, permitting, and local code compliance.
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and contract documentation.
• Conduct regular site visits and meetings with internal teams and external partners.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, laydown logistics, and secure material handling.
• Drive construction turnover to company’s commissioning/start‑up teams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project scheduling

Budget management

QA/QC

Safety compliance

Contract management

Vendor coordination

Site leadership

Job description

Overview

Premier Resources Group is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead complex engineering and construction initiatives across multiple company facilities. This role is ideal for candidates with a background managing large-scale industrial projects involving multiple stakeholders, contractors, and client‑facing coordination.

Chicago, IL

Full‑Time / Contract (12+ months)

Scope

You will oversee capital projects involving facility upgrades, equipment installations, and infrastructure work across four active plant locations. Expect dynamic schedules, fast‑paced coordination, and active site presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle from planning through turnover and commissioning
• Lead cross‑functional coordination with company stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and site teams
• Oversee safety, QA/QC processes, permitting, and local code compliance
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and contract documentation
• Conduct regular site visits and meetings with internal teams and external partners
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, laydown logistics, and secure material handling
• Drive construction turnover to company’s commissioning/start‑up teams

Preferred Experience

• 7+ years managing industrial or manufacturing construction projects ($10M+)
• Strong background with general contractors, EPCs, and construction management practices
• Familiarity with QA/QC protocols, OSHA and client safety requirements
• Skilled in stakeholder management, documentation, and subcontractor oversight
• Proficient in project controls (schedule, budget, change orders)
• CPG project experience strongly preferred

Travel

• Frequent regional travel to project site (approx. 50%)