Project Manager - Construction

The Contractor Consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Company vehicle access

Job summary

Accel Construction is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead commercial, industrial, and federal projects from bidding through close-out in Chicago, IL. You will drive safety, schedule adherence, and financial performance while coordinating with architects, engineers, and field teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in construction, with 5+ years in contract management for commercial or industrial work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years post-graduate construction industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years managing commercial/industrial projects and contracts as PM/CM/Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end project delivery from bidding to close-out for commercial, industrial, and federal projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, and site superintendents to meet schedules and budgets.
• Perform on-site quality and safety inspections and manage change orders and subcontractor agreements.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Subcontractor management

Leadership

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Construction Project Manager – Lead Commercial, Industrial, and Federal Projects with Accel Construction

Job Overview

• Company: Accel Construction
• Salary/Pay Rate: $105,000 - $150,000 per year (Plus performance-based bonus)
• Location: Chicago, Illinois, 60614
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, and Federal Construction Projects
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will drive total project execution from initial bidding to final close-out across dynamic commercial, industrial, and federal construction developments. This role positions you at the heart of our operations, where your expertise directly shapes site safety, financial success, and client trust. You will lead cross-functional project teams within a supportive, family-oriented environment that actively invests in your long-term career advancement.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Lead full lifecycle management including estimating, budgeting, subcontractor procurement, and contract negotiations.
• Coordinate project teams, architects, engineers, and site superintendents to maintain strict schedules and budgets.
• Perform regular on-site quality and safety inspections to identify and resolve field challenges proactively.
• Level subcontractor proposals, draft comprehensive subcontracts, and manage ongoing change order requests.
• Oversee applications for payment to maintain smooth financial workflows and prompt project funding.
• Maintain clear, continuous communication with project owners and serve as the primary liaison for deliverables.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or Building Science.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-graduate experience in the construction industry.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial or industrial construction contracts as a Project Manager, Superintendent, or Construction Manager.
• Advanced proficiency with software tools including Microsoft Office, MS Project, Bluebeam, and Procore.
• Deep understanding of construction accounting concepts, project budgeting, legal standards, and MEP building systems.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience managing Federal Government construction contracts.
• Proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar project portfolios from estimation to close-out.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary paid on a reliable weekly cycle.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities to reward high-quality, efficient project delivery.
• 401(k) retirement savings program featuring employer matching and profit-sharing incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust work-life balance benefits with paid time off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Professional career development through ongoing safety, manufacturer, and technical training tracks.
• Provided technology package including a corporate smartphone or tablet.
• Access to a company vehicle, annual company trips, outings, and team-building events.

About Us

Accel Construction delivers premier general contracting services across commercial, industrial, and federal sectors. We combine an exciting project pipeline with the supportive, family atmosphere of a smaller business where ownership stays actively involved. Based out of our active regions, we operate with a deep commitment to quality, safety, and long-term career growth.

Accel Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.