Project Manager - Commercial Carpentry & Millwork

Jobot; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with match

Bonuses based on performance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee commercial carpentry and millwork projects in the Western Suburbs. You will be the primary contact for clients, subcontractors, and field crews — keeping projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with our quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of project management in commercial construction, strong scheduling and budgeting skills, and experience coordinating with union labor.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management experience in commercial construction (carpentry, millwork, or interior fit-out experience a strong plus)
• Excellent communication skills with clients, crews, and ownership
• Commitment to safety, quality, and delivering results that exceed expectations
• Experience working with union labor preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across multiple active job sites
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and procurement timelines
• Coordinate with union carpenters, millwork foremen, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Lead client communication with a solutions-oriented, transparent approach
• Review drawings, submittals, and RFIs; manage change orders
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with applicable codes
• Track project financials and provide regular reporting to ownership

Skills

Project management

Communication

Safety compliance

Union labor experience

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Project Manager | Commercial Carpentry & Millwork | Western Suburbs

Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

Headquartered in the Western Suburbs, we are an up and coming contractor specializing in high-quality carpentry and millwork services across the Chicagoland area. With a reputation built on superior craftsmanship, transparent communication, and a client-first approach, we deliver everything from rough and finish carpentry to full-scale commercial interiors — on time and to the highest standards. Our skilled union workforce is the backbone of what we do, and we're growing.

Why join us

• Work with a certified M/WBE/DBE firm with a strong pipeline of commercial projects
• Tight-knit team where your contributions are visible and valued
• Have a true say in how things are built - we are a small, growing team, and value our employees input on how things should be done
• Autonomy to create your own schedule
• Direct access to leadership
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Performance based bonuses
• Full benefits including health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Retirement plan with a match
• Be part of a company that takes diversity, craftsmanship, and client relationships seriously

Job Details

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You'll serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and field crews — keeping projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with our quality standards.

What You'll Do

• Manage day-to-day operations across multiple active job sites
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and procurement timelines
• Coordinate with union carpenters, millwork foremen, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Lead client communication with a solutions-oriented, transparent approach
• Review drawings, submittals, and RFIs; manage change orders
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with applicable codes
• Track project financials and provide regular reporting to ownership

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of project management experience in commercial construction (carpentry, millwork, or interior fit-out experience a strong plus)
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of construction documents, scheduling software, and budgeting
• Excellent communication skills — with clients, crews, and ownership alike
• Commitment to safety, quality, and delivering results that exceed expectations
• Experience working with union labor preferred

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