Project Manager

Centurion Selection; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Vehicle or fuel allowance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

A construction project management firm is seeking a Project Manager in Chicago. You'll manage multifamily construction projects, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, and safety standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in construction software. Exceptional leadership and communication skills are essential. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing ground-up multifamily construction projects.
• Experience with Chicago area permitting, zoning, and city-inspection processes.
• OSHA safety certification (e.g., 10-hour or 30-hour) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from preconstruction to close-out.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site visits for safety and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle—from preconstruction (scope, budgets, scheduling) through
• Coordinate with internal teams (design, development), external stakeholders (architects, engineers, city officials), and subcontractors.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, budget tracking, scope documents, and financial reporting.
• Lead subcontractor solicitation, selection, contracting, and oversee change order processes.
• Conduct regular site visits in coordination with Superintendents to ensure safety, quality control, and building‑code compliance.
• Proactively identify project risks, resolve issues, and keep projects on track.
• Facilitate project close‑out: punch lists, final inspections, turnover documentation, and warranty follow‑up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Typically, 5+ years of experience managing ground‑up multifamily construction projects ($10M–$60M+ size).
• Experience with Chicago area permitting, zoning, and city‐inspection processes is a strong plus.
• Proficiency in construction software: Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office; familiarity with scheduling/estimating tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• OSHA safety certification (e.g., 10‑hour or 30‑hour) preferred.

Preferred Attributes

• Hands‑on, proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong collaboration with design and construction teams.
• Familiarity with sustainable or LEED-certified multifamily development is a plus.
• Base salary: roughly $110K–$140K+, depending on experience and project scope.
• Performance-based bonuses, vehicle or fuel allowance, laptop and phone.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) matching.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction and Real Estate

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