Project Manager

Clune Construction Company, L.P.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 143,291 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Company-paid Life Insurance Plans

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Career Development through Mentoring Program

Fitness Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Clune Construction Company, L.P. in Chicago is seeking a Project Manager to oversee various construction projects across the U.S. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Construction Management or related field and three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing project budgets and ensuring effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.

Clune offers competitive benefits including 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental and vision, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Join our team and grow your career with us!

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus 3 years of experience in construction required.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of progressive experience in construction also acceptable.
• Experience in commercial construction general contracting and lab projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate construction project completion.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Manage project budgets and monitor costs.
• Oversee project closeout and documentation.

Skills

Construction project management

Communication

Budgeting and estimating

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Civil Engineering

Tools

CMiC

Procore

Job description

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee‑owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a U.S. Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact!

Job Purpose

• Project Managers for various and unanticipated worksites throughout the U.S. (HQ: Chicago, IL). Plan and coordinate the completion of construction projects including laboratory projects.
• Active participation in RFP responses, including developing presentations and participating in the pitch.
• Responsible for internal team communication flow and timely and effective communication with trade partners and the design team.
• Perform document control reporting and communication flow to the client.
• Prepare accurate and timely budgets, estimates and bids, scope reviews and leveling of trade partner bids.
• Manage project cost control including internally monitoring general conditions and labor, managing the monthly billing process and reviewing and validating trade partner change pricing.
• Minimize risk by ensuring accurate and complete subcontracts are written and fully executed in a timely fashion.
• Ensure certificates of insurance are obtained from primary and tiered trade partners.
• Heavy coordination with superintendent, including frequent site visits to monitor on‑site progress.
• Ensure effective and efficient project closeout including providing documentation to the owner, assuring timely completion of punch‑list, and expeditious and accurate financial project closeout.
• Support the project Team Lead with respect to client retention by adding value during preconstruction, and to financial project goals by contributing to a successful project buyout process, completing accurate forecasting of project costs, and timely submission of billings and tracking of receivables using CMiC/Procore.
• Participate in business development and client relationship management.
• Mentor Interns, Project Engineers, and APMs.

What We Offer

• 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
• Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering or related plus three years of experience in construction required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering or related plus five years of progressive experience in construction also acceptable.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Experience must include: Working for a commercial construction general contractor; lab projects, estimating; documentation; owner/architect relations; cost monitoring; closeout; CMiC/Procore.
• Local travel within commuting distance to job sites as needed.
• Pay Range: $143,291/yr–$145,000/yr.

All candidates must provide a resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.