Project Manager, Automotive Construction

ARCO/Murray; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

ESOP

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates’ children

1-month sabbatical after five years

Volunteer leave

Charitable match

Job summary

ARCO/Murray National Construction seeks a Project Manager dedicated to the design/build automotive construction process to join our Automotive Construction Team. You will lead project performance, coordinate with clients and design teams, and drive results from concept through closeout.

This role requires a BS in Engineering, 2–5 years in construction management or design, and experience with automotive dealership projects (ground-up or renovations). We offer strong benefits and growth.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field required.
• 2–5 years of construction management or engineering design experience.
• Experience with automotive dealership construction (ground-up or renovation).
• Familiarity with OEM facility programs (Ford, GM, Stellantis, Toyota, Honda, etc.).
• Experience building or renovating service bays, showrooms, parts areas, EV charging infra, and car wash facilities.
• Experience working around live dealership operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of the project from preconstruction through closeout.
• Work with clients and design team to develop preliminary concepts and budgets.
• Participate in proposals, review scope, and negotiate contracts & fees.
• Oversee subcontractor selection, buyout, and scheduling.
• Identify opportunities to procure materials or equipment directly when advantageous.
• Lead preconstruction planning and on-site meetings to solve constructability and scheduling issues.
• Track project performance vs budget and prepare progress billing reports.
• Ensure safety and quality while making the process engaging for clients and teams.

Skills

Construction management

Engineering design experience

Automotive dealership construction

Budgeting / cost control

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Job description

About You

Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

ARCO/Murray National Construction is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager who is passionate about the design/build construction process to join our Automotive Construction Team. We are looking for a Project Manager to help lead automotive dealership construction projects including new ground-up facilities, service expansions, showroom renovations, and OEM image program upgrades. At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success.

Project Managers at ARCO have complete responsibility for project performance, customer satisfaction, and taking projects from design to completion. Each Project Manager has full profit and performance responsibility for his or her projects and unlimited growth potential.

A Day In The Life

• Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout
• Work closely with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budget
• Participate in the proposal meeting with clients to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, provide value engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts & fees
• Oversee subcontractor selection and buyout process for all trades and vendors
• Identify and investigate opportunities to procure material and/or specialty equipment directly when advantageous to project budget or schedule
• Work with Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work/contracts, project schedule, and site logistics plan
• Lead preconstruction planning meetings with all designers, subcontractors and vendors aimed at solving potential constructability, sequencing, and/or manpower issues
• Lead weekly/bi-weekly OAC meetings on-site once construction begins to review progress and address challenges directly with client
• Track and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports
• Most importantly…find a way to make the construction process FUN for your clients, subcontractors, and vendors without sacrificing on QUALITY or SAFETY!!!

Necessary Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field
• 2-5 years of construction management or engineering design experience
• Experience with automotive dealership construction (ground-up or renovation)
• Familiarity with OEM facility programs (Ford, GM, Stellantis, Toyota, Honda, etc.)
• Experience building or renovating:
• Service bays / service drives
• Showrooms and customer experience areas
• Parts storage and logistics spaces
• EV charging infrastructure
• Car wash / detail areas
• Experience working around live dealership operations

What We Can Offer You

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match