Project Manager - Commercial Projects

Navigate Search; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Navigate Search is seeking an experienced Project Manager for its Midwest team to lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout in the Crystal Lake, IL area.

You will own budgets, schedules, contracts, and quality, coordinating with owners, architects, subcontractors, and vendors while maintaining strong client relationships and delivering projects safely on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience managing projects as Project Manager or Senior Project Manager.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, and project controls.
• Experience with ground-up construction, renovations, or tenant improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong financial and contract management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Comfortable working with owners, clients, architects, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
• Take ownership of project budget, schedule, contracts, quality, and overall execution.
• Review plans, specifications, scopes, and contract documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with all project stakeholders.
• Manage subcontractor buyout, scopes of work, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and pay applications.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential budget or schedule issues before they become problems.
• Partner closely with the Superintendent to ensure projects remain on schedule and meet quality expectations.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor proposals and change orders.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Assist with preconstruction, estimating, value engineering, and constructability reviews when needed.
• Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

MS Office

Construction software

Education

Construction Management/Engineering degree

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Crystal Lake, IL

Salary: $120,000–$130,000 + benefits + Strong Bonuses

About the Opportunity

A rapidly growing commercial general contractor is looking to add an experienced Project Manager to its Midwest team. This is a great opportunity for a seasoned construction professional who wants to take ownership of projects with an established contractor that has expanded its footprint nationally while continuing to invest heavily in its people and operations.

The company has built a strong reputation across retail, healthcare, hospitality, corporate, industrial, and commercial construction, with experience ranging from ground-up construction and site development to complex renovations and interior buildouts.

This position will have significant responsibility for managing projects from preconstruction through closeout while working closely with owners, architects, subcontractors, superintendents, and internal leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout


• Take ownership of project budget, schedule, contracts, quality, and overall execution


• Review plans, specifications, scopes, and contract documents for accuracy and completeness


• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets


• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and vendors


• Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with all project stakeholders


• Manage subcontractor buyout, scopes of work, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and pay applications


• Monitor project costs and identify potential budget or schedule issues before they become problems


• Partner closely with the Superintendent to ensure projects remain on schedule and meet quality expectations


• Review and negotiate subcontractor proposals and change orders


• Maintain accurate project documentation and records


• Assist with preconstruction, estimating, value engineering, and constructability reviews when needed


• Maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle


• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the expected quality standards


• Participate in project turnover and closeout activities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial construction experience


• Proven experience managing projects as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager


• Strong understanding of commercial construction means, methods, sequencing, and project controls


• Experience with ground-up construction, renovations, tenant improvements, or commercial buildouts


• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines


• Strong financial and contract management skills


• Excellent communication and leadership abilities


• Comfortable working directly with owners, clients, architects, subcontractors, and field personnel


• Proficiency with construction management software and Microsoft Office


• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred but not required

Why Join?

• Join a company experiencing strong growth and expanding its national footprint


• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial projects


• Established contractor with a strong reputation for client relationships and quality execution


• Clear opportunity for professional growth as the company continues to expand


• Collaborative environment where experienced construction professionals have a meaningful impact on the business