Construction Projects & Maintenance Leader

Energy Jobline ZR; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Director of Projects & Maintenance with hands-on construction and maintenance expertise to lead projects, crews, estimating, and daily operations.

The ideal candidate will price and scope jobs, manage multiple projects from start to finish, oversee field crews and subcontractors, ensure quality, and solve problems on site; strong reading of scopes and plans, budgeting, and clear communication with customers and vendors are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong background in construction and building maintenance.
• Experienced estimating and pricing jobs.
• Proven ability to manage crews and subcontractors.
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, materials, and repairs.
• Able to read scopes/plans and accurately assess labor and materials.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in the field and managing multiple priorities.
• Basic Spanish-speaking ability is a plus.
• Reliable, practical, and willing to get involved when the job requires it.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, scope, and price construction and maintenance jobs
• Manage multiple projects from start to finish
• Schedule and oversee field crews and subcontractors
• Coordinate materials, equipment, timelines, and labor
• Inspect completed work and maintain quality standards
• Troubleshoot construction and maintenance issues
• Develop job scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and team members
• Help prioritize and manage ongoing building maintenance
• Be a hands-on leader who can step in and solve problems when needed

Skills

Construction & building maintenance

Estimating & pricing

Crew management

Reading scopes/plans

Problem solving

Spanish (basic)

Field leadership

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Director of Projects & Maintenance with hands-on construction and maintenance expertise to lead projects, crews, estimating, and daily operations.

The ideal candidate will price and scope jobs, manage multiple projects from start to finish, oversee field crews and subcontractors, ensure quality, and solve problems on site; strong reading of scopes and plans, budgeting, and clear communication with customers and vendors are essential.