Project Manager

Engtal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal, a growing Chicago construction and development firm, seeks a Project Manager II to lead mid-sized construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Expect ownership of financial performance, scheduling, client relationships, subcontractor management, and team leadership on projects ranging from $5M to $50M. The role advances leadership of APMs and field teams, with a focus on safety, quality, and reliable client service.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of construction management experience.
• Background in residential and/or commercial construction.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and subcontractors.
• Strong project ownership and financial management experience.
• Proven leadership and client-facing communication skills.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage $5M–$50M projects from planning through final completion and warranty.
• Take ownership of project budgets, P&L, forecasting, schedules, and overall performance.
• Lead preconstruction planning, proposals, estimates, schedules, and scopes of work.
• Manage subcontractor bidding, negotiations, procurement, and contracts.
• Coordinate design requirements, permitting, submittals, and inspections.
• Lead project meetings and maintain strong communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage change orders, billing, draws, and cost tracking.
• Oversee quality control, punch lists, closeout, and warranty documentation.
• Mentor and manage APMs, Project Engineers, and field teams.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Client communication

Safety & quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Eng/Arch

Job description

A growing Chicago construction and development firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager II to lead mid-sized construction projects ranging from $5M–$50M from preconstruction through closeout.

This position offers significant project ownership, including responsibility for financial performance, scheduling, client relationships, subcontractor management, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage $5M–$50M projects from planning through final completion and warranty
• Take ownership of project budgets, P&L, forecasting, schedules, and overall performance
• Lead preconstruction planning, proposals, estimates, schedules, and scopes of work
• Manage subcontractor bidding, negotiations, procurement, and contracts
• Coordinate design requirements, permitting, submittals, and inspections
• Lead project meetings and maintain strong communication with clients and stakeholders
• Manage change orders, billing, draws, and cost tracking
• Oversee quality control, punch lists, closeout, and warranty documentation
• Mentor and manage APMs, Project Engineers, and field teams

What We're Looking For

• 6–10 years of construction management experience
• Background in residential and/or commercial construction
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and subcontractors
• Strong project ownership and financial management experience
• Proven leadership and client-facing communication skills
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field

This is a great opportunity for a Project Manager looking to take ownership of larger projects, lead teams, and continue progressing within a growing organization.