Project Manager - Chicago Construction

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Health insurance plan including vision and dental

Unlimited PTO

Flexible working environment

Year end bonus

Career growth and stability

Job summary

A leading general contractor in Chicago is seeking a skilled Project Manager with over 5 years of experience in commercial construction. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of project estimations, budgets, and schedules, along with team leadership. The role offers a competitive salary up to $125,000 based on experience, with comprehensive benefits, a flexible work environment, and opportunities for career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction.
• Strong estimating skills are a must.
• Experience managing large scale, ground-up projects $5 million and up.

Responsibilities

• Complete estimates and submit bids.
• Develop project budgets and schedules.
• Negotiate contracts with owners and subcontractors.

Skills

Estimating skills

Team leadership

Collaboration

Go-getter attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction engineering or related discipline

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Location: Chicago, IL. Base Pay Range: $110,000.00 per year – $130,000.00 per year.

Our client is a fast-growing general contractor located in downtown Chicago. They do over $75 million a year in revenue and have a strong backlog going into 2027. Project portfolio includes ground‑up and interior projects within commercial, retail, education, office, and healthcare spaces.

Description

• Complete estimates and submit bids
• Develop project budgets and schedules
• Review scope of trades
• Negotiate contracts with owners and subcontractors
• Run project closeout process including financial aspects
• Manage and mentor team members
• Review plans and specifications with high attention to detail

Profile

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction
• MUST have strong estimating skills
• Bachelor's degree in construction engineering or related discipline preferred
• Must be proficient with Procore, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Project
• Ability to manage and lead a team
• Experience managing large scale, ground‑up projects $5 million and up
• Collaborative team player
• Go‑getter attitude

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary up to $125,000 based on level of experience
• 401k with company match
• Health insurance plan including vision and dental
• Unlimited PTO
• Flexible working environment, mix between office, field, and working from home
• Laptop
• Year end bonus
• Team outings and events
• Collaborative work environment
• Career growth and stability

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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