Project Manager | Downtown Chicago | $140k-$165k

Flowtec Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowtec Construction in Chicago’s West Loop is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial construction initiatives from preconstruction through closeout. You will drive planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration while coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in commercial construction, a strong grasp of schedules and budgets, and proven ability to build lasting client

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Experience as a Project Manager with a General Contractor.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, schedules, and budgets.
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and project partners.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Coordinate closely with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
• Maintain project schedules and budgets while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation.
• Drive communication and accountability across the project team.
• Participate in preconstruction and estimating efforts as needed.
• Help deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.
• Utilize Lean construction principles and innovative project-delivery strategies to improve efficiency and project outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

I’m currently working with a highly respected general contractor in Chicago that is looking to add an experienced Project Manager to their team in the West Loop.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to join a collaborative, innovative construction organization that places a major emphasis on client relationships, efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• Manage commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration
• Coordinate closely with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams
• Maintain project schedules and budgets while proactively identifying and mitigating risks
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation
• Drive communication and accountability across the project team
• Participate in preconstruction and estimating efforts as needed
• Help deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard of quality
• Utilize Lean construction principles and innovative project-delivery strategies to improve efficiency and project outcomes

Project Sectors Include:

• Commercial / Office
• Corporate Interiors
• Hospitality
• Mission Critical
• Higher Education
• Retail
• Life Sciences

What They’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience
• Previous experience as a Project Manager with a General Contractor
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts, schedules, and budgets
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project partners
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Strong company culture and career-growth opportunities