Project Manager

redmondconstruction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gold PPO Health Insurance

401k Plan

Generous Flex PTO

Commuter Benefits

Paid Family Leave

Professional Development

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

redmondconstruction is seeking a Project Manager II to lead complex construction projects in Chicago, Illinois. You will be responsible for overseeing budgets, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has a strong background in financial oversight and project execution.

Join us at redmondconstruction where exceptional teamwork and integrity drive success. We offer competitive salaries and an industry-leading benefits package, including health insurance, a 401k plan, generous PTO, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience managing complex corporate interior projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project scheduling, scope development, and financial oversight.
• Exceptional people management skills with a team‑centered leadership approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex construction projects and client relationships.
• Oversee budgets, forecasting, and risk management.
• Mentor junior team members and support team performance.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship building

Financial oversight

Team leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or related field

Job description

Why Redmond?

We’re a best-in-class general contractor driven by a passion for transforming spaces and providing top tier service to our clients. Named one of Crain’s Best Places to Work five years running, our team consists of collaborative, hardworking professionals who bring empathy, integrity, perseverance, and curiosity to complex, high-stakes projects. Team members at every level show up with humility and respect, supporting one another through challenges and staying accountable for delivering work the right way.

Our teams support projects across workplace, amenity, retail, hospitality, healthcare, lab and life sciences, and education sectors. Our vision is to be the strongest pound-for-pound general contractor by delivering exceptional value and exceeding expectations. By doing what’s right, asking questions, and continuously improving, we’re building more than spaces–we’re building an inclusive, innovative future for our industry.

What We Need:

This role is responsible for leading complex construction projects while taking on increased ownership of client relationships, financial performance, and team leadership. This role serves as a key driver of both project success and business growth, actively contributing to business development efforts, client pursuits, and long‑term relationship building. The Project Manager II oversees budgets, forecasting, contracts, and risk management, while ensuring projects are executed efficiently and aligned with company standards. In addition to managing project delivery, this role mentors and develops junior team members, supports team performance, and helps drive consistency in processes and best practices. Success in this role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to balance project execution with client engagement and strategic growth initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

Leadership, Collaboration & Professional Development

• Consistently model and reinforce our core values of empathy, perseverance, integrity, and curiosity through your decision‑making and execution.
• Manage and grow strong, positive relationships with clients, project partners, architects, end users, and owners.
• Participate in business development efforts.
• Take initiative on new business development opportunities, lead generation, and pursuits.
• Build confidence in interviewing, presenting, and pitching to prospective clients.
• Represent the company at kickoff, mid‑project, and closeout gatherings to strengthen relationships and leave a lasting impression.
• Maintain proactive, clear, and professional communication with project partners, prioritizing verbal communication followed by written documentation.
• Manage project issues by presenting both the problem and potential solutions to your Team Lead.
• Deliver performance feedback and contribute to formal reviews for direct reports.
• Delegate effectively, oversee workload balance, and provide support to junior staff.
• Provide mentorship, oversight, and support to Project Engineers and Project Coordinators.
• Participate in onboarding and training for new team members; present ongoing process improvement and best‑practice trainings.
• Serve as the final point of accountability, ensuring all project requirements are completed accurately and to standard, with full ownership of team performance and deliverables.

Business, Financial & Operational Effectiveness

• Observe the prime contract process.
• Participate in Trade Partner selection, interviews, awards, and buyouts.
• Participate in creation of Scopes of Work, Exhibit A documents, and the Schedule of Values for all Work Orders.
• Monitor project financial performance: oversee budgets, manage contingency, allowances, and general requirements, and ensure alignment with profit goals.
• Ensure timely delivery of accounting questionnaires, pencil draw submissions, and change order/claims approvals.
• Manage claims, financial reconciliation, and closeout processes, including contingency resolution and Day 2 work planning.
• Oversee job cost details and financial forecasting; manage cost recovery, GRs, contingency, and allowances.
• Accurately develop and manage monthly project profit forecasts independently.

Project Management, Coordination, & Execution

• Manage multiple tasks with the assistance of your Team Lead.
• Participate in initial project setup, including permitting, project folder creation, and schedule development in partnership with the Superintendent.
• Participate in kickoff meetings to align team members on expectations, procurement strategy, schedule, profit targets, and responsibilities.
• Maintain comprehensive awareness of project milestones, deliverables, and critical path items.
• Estimate a project with approval from Team Lead & Preconstruction.
• Actively mentor junior staff throughout each phase of the process, while consistently identifying and creating opportunities to support their growth and development.
• Effectively manage multiple large‑scale projects concurrently, demonstrating strong organizational, leadership, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Seamlessly assume responsibility for projects at any stage, quickly assessing status, identifying priorities, and driving successful outcomes.

Technical Effectiveness & Quality

• Maintain strong understanding of project financial structure and job cost details (implicit in job cost & recovery responsibilities).
• Apply sound construction and operational judgment during estimating, buyout, and financial oversight activities.
• Demonstrate deep construction expertise and serve as a trusted resource for trade‑specific questions and detailed guidance for junior staff.

Field Operations & Execution

• Assist with daily field operations under direction of Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
• Support tracking of daily work activities and production progress.
• Help maintain site organization, cleanliness, and basic safety standards.
• Observe trade activities and report progress or issues to field leadership.
• Assist in verifying work is being performed in accordance with drawings and specifications.
• Participate in site walks to gain understanding of project execution.
• Document field conditions, issues, and completed work.
• Support implementation of established field processes and procedures.
• Assist with manpower tracking and daily reporting.
• Promote accountability by following direction and completing assigned tasks reliably.

Project Planning, Logistics & Scheduling

• Assist in maintaining short‑term schedules and lookahead plans.
• Support coordination of deliveries, material staging, and site access.
• Track progress of critical activities and report delays.
• Assist with pull planning and coordination meetings.
• Help identify potential risks or conflicts and communicate to leadership.
• Support alignment of daily field activities with project schedule.
• Assist in documenting schedule impacts and field changes.
• Coordinate with trades on daily work plans as directed.
• Maintain logs related to deliveries, manpower, and site activities.
• Support execution of site logistics plans.

Project Lifecycle & Stakeholder Management

• Support project execution from mobilization through closeout.
• Assist with communication and coordination with trade partners and vendors.
• Attend coordination and progress meetings and document key takeaways.
• Help track and distribute project updates, RFIs, and field communications.
• Maintain organized project records and documentation.
• Support closeout activities such as punch lists and turnover documentation.
• Develop professional working relationships with project stakeholders.
• Ensure timely communication of field information to project team.
• Represent Redmond Construction professionally in daily interaction.

Trade Partner & Financial Management

• Assist with trade partner coordination and daily oversight.
• Track trade partner work progress and report performance concerns.
• Support documentation for change orders and field directives.
• Help monitor material usage and deliveries.
• Assist in identifying scope gaps or inconsistencies in the field.
• Support cost tracking through daily reports and field data collection.
• Maintain organized records of field‑related cost impacts.
• Build positive working relationships with trade partners.

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Manage quality control process to ensure inspections are successful.
• Perform basic field inspections under supervision.
• Verify installed work aligns with drawings and specifications.
• Assist with third‑party inspections and testing coordination.
• Maintain organized quality documentation and logs.
• Support punch list tracking and closeout activities.
• Promote attention to detail and quality in daily work.

Safety Leadership

• Follow all company safety policies and jobsite requirements.
• Assist in conducting safety walks and identifying potential hazards.
• Attend safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Report unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately.
• Support documentation of safety observations and incidents.
• Reinforce safe work practices through personal example.
• Assist with maintaining safety records and logs.
• Promote a safety‑first mindset in daily activities.

Leadership & Team Development

• Demonstrate willingness to learn and take direction from field leadership.
• Support team coordination and communication efforts.
• Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Seek feedback and apply coaching to improve performance.
• Support onboarding of new team members when applicable.
• Contribute to a collaborative and respectful team environment.
• Support the company's mission and vision by upholding its culture, values, and expectations in all actions and decision‑making.

Company Initiatives & Marketing Support

• Support collection of project data, photos, and updates for internal use.
• Assist with documentation for proposals or marketing materials as needed.
• Follow company processes, tools, and standards.
• Participate in company initiatives when assigned.
• Share observations and lessons learned with project team.
• Represent Redmond Construction professionally on‑site.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive company image through daily actions.

What You’ll Bring:

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience successfully managing complex, high‑value corporate interior projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Demonstrated proficiency in project scheduling, scope development, contract review, financial oversight, and risk management.
• Proven ability to foster client retention, build strong relationships, and lead collaborative, high‑performing teams.
• Exceptional people management skills, with a high level of engagement and an empathetic, team‑centered leadership approach.
• Demonstrate strong integrity by consistently following through on commitments, taking ownership of decisions, and upholding responsibility for overall project success while serving as a reliable leader for junior staff.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary and industry‑leading benefits package, including:

• Gold PPO Health Insurance
• 401k Plan
• Generous Flex PTO
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Family Leave
• Professional Development
• Volunteer Time Off

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.