Project Manager

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits (health, vision

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

PTO and holidays

Wellness programs

Maternity & parental leave

Job summary

Cullinan Properties is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Oak Brook, IL to lead day-to-day project management and tenant coordination from inception through turnover. You will oversee design, estimating, scheduling, permitting, construction and handover to tenants and operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong leadership, multitasking across asset types, and a proactive approach to driving progress while coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, real estate development, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial real estate development and/or construction management experience required.
• Experience with ground-up commercial, mixed-use, retail, hospitality, multifamily, or large-scale master-planned developments.
• Strong understanding of vertical construction, infrastructure improvements, site/civil development, and entitlement processes.
• Experience coordinating retail tenant improvements is highly preferred.
• Experience interacting directly with municipalities, permitting agencies, inspectors, and utility providers.
• Owner’s representative or developer-side experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate landlord improvement work from inception to completion, including budgets, schedules, and tenant coordination.
• Prepare budgets and schedules for pre-development and development activities.
• Facilitate A/E design and construction documents and ensure alignment with budgets.
• Manage consultants, review proposals, and oversee deliverables.
• Develop RFPs, evaluate scopes, bid qualifications, and recommend bidders.
• Prepare contracts, negotiate, and facilitate contract execution.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and conformance to drawings and schedule.
• Provide timely reporting on schedule, budget, risks, and actions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelors degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, real estate development, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam Revu

MS Project

Primavera P6

MS Excel

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Cullinan Properties - Oak Brook - Oak Brook, IL 60523-2074Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $105,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: Day

Cullinan Properties (“Cullinan”) is a leading developer of real estate specializing in commercial and mixed-use developments and acquisitions. With multiple offices across IL, MO and FL, Cullinan is a multi-disciplined real estate firm that develops, manages, and owns mixed-use, retail, multifamily, office, governmental, and healthcare properties throughout the United States. We recognize that our team drives our greatest achievements, and we are passionate about maintaining a fulfilling, rewarding, and energetic work environment to facilitate our employees’ continued success. We are searching for entrepreneurial professionals who become personally involved in every phase of each project.

Position Overview

Cullinan is currently seeking a full-time Project Manager in our Oak Brook office with responsibility for day-to-day project management and tenant coordination duties for assigned projects, from inception to completion, including oversight of design, estimating, scheduling, permitting, construction and turnover to Tenant/operations. The position offers a fast-paced work environment in a dynamic organization with specific responsibilities varying day-to-day across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate landlord improvement work, redevelopment or build-to-suit efforts for assigned projects including but not limited to the following activities to provide complete oversight of the project from the beginning to completion and transition to operations:
  • Facilitate due diligence as necessary to understand the deal requirements and scope.
  • Prepare budget estimates.
  • Prepare schedules for pre-development and development activities.
  • Kick-off and facilitate A/E design and construction documents and coordinate design to be within established budgets.
  • Manage consultant including review of proposals, coordination of scopes, and oversight of deliverables.
  • Develop and coordinate the RFP proposal, scope evaluation, bid qualification and provide recommendation to proceed with the selected bidder.
  • Prepare contracts, negotiate and facilitate contract execution.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress and conformance to drawings, scope and schedule.
  • Track, monitor and maintain project budgets and proformas, monitor project costs, change orders, and approvals.
  • Prepare cash flow forecasts in collaboration with project accounting.
  • Track required leasing milestone dates and ensure timely notices and delivery to Tenants.
  • Review and track Tenant allowance (TA) distribution requests and forward to accounting for payment.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects progress in alignment with established scope, budget, schedule, and business objectives.
• Provide support across multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and coordinating with internal teams as the project demands evolve.
• Support project management efforts across multiple asset types, including retail, multifamily, mixed‑use, and VA‑related projects, as assigned.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting to ownership and management, including information related to schedule, budget, risks, and recommended actions.
• Interface with municipalities and third‑party agencies for assigned projects, including permitting and approvals.
• Support Operations and Property Management with warranty items, capital improvements, and transition‑to‑operations needs.
• Maintain positive working relationships with consultants, contractors, architects, engineers, municipal agencies, and internal teams.
• Participate in industry education programs and professional organizations to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Obtain senior leadership and/or ownership approvals as necessary.
• Be cognizant of the Department and Company’s goals and assist in completing those goals by the target dates.

Office Procedures

• Maintain positive attitude when dealing with all team members, managers and clients.
• Represent the company to others in the community in a positive way.
• Always maintain extreme confidentiality and discretion.

QualificationsRequired Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate Development, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial real estate development and/or construction management experience required.
• Experience with ground-up commercial, mixed-use, retail, hospitality, multifamily, or large-scale master-planned developments.
• Strong understanding of vertical construction, infrastructure improvements, site/civil development, and entitlement processes.
• Experience coordinating retail tenant improvements is highly preferred.
• Experience interacting directly with municipalities, permitting agencies, inspectors, and utility providers.
• Owner’s representative or developer-side experience required.

Technical Skills

• Procore
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
• Microsoft Excel
• Construction scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and document management platforms

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership, field coordination, and project management skills
• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship management abilities
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and project deadlines simultaneously
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, budgeting, and development processes
• Ability to work independently and proactively drive project progress

Compensation & Benefits

Cullinan Properties compensation will be commensurate with the market.

• Salary Range: $105,000 - $150,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

As a team member at Cullinan Properties, you will enjoy:

• Performance-based Incentive Bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Generous Maternity & Parental Leave Policies

Cullinan Properties is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)

Cullinan Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For further information, please visit www.cullinanproperties.com.