Project Manager II

Redmond; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gold PPO Health Insurance

401k Plan

Generous Flex PTO

Commuter Benefits

Paid Family Leave

Professional Development

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Redmond is a premier general contractor in Chicago seeking a Project Manager II to lead complex corporate interior projects, own client relationships, and drive financial performance.

You will mentor junior staff, oversee budgets and contracts, contribute to business development, and ensure delivery is efficient, compliant, and aligned with company standards.

This role rewards strategic growth, collaboration with architects and owners, and a focus on delivering top-tier value.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience managing complex corporate interior projects.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (CM/Architecture/PM) or equivalent experience.
• Strong scheduling, scope development, contract review, financial oversight, and risk management.
• Proven ability to foster client retention and lead teams.
• Empathetic, team-centered leadership.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain client relationships and manage project teams.
• Lead business development efforts and pursue new opportunities.
• Oversee budgets, forecasting, contracts, and risk management.
• Mentor junior staff and support team performance.
• Ensure projects are executed efficiently and in line with standards.
• Communicate proactively with project partners.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Budgeting

Forecasting

Team leadership

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or related field

Job description

Why Redmond?

We’re a best-in-class general contractor driven by a passion for transforming spaces and providing top tier service to our clients. Named one of Crain’s Best Places to Work five years running, our team consists of collaborative, hardworking professionals who bring empathy, integrity, perseverance, and curiosity to complex, high-stakes projects. Team members at every level show up with humility and respect, supporting one another through challenges and staying accountable for delivering work the right way.

Our teams support projects across workplace, amenity, retail, hospitality, healthcare, lab and life sciences, and education sectors. Our vision is to be the strongest pound-for-pound general contractor by delivering exceptional value and exceeding expectations. By doing what’s right, asking questions, and continuously improving, we’re building more than spaces–we’re building an inclusive, innovative future for our industry.

What We Need

This role is responsible for leading complex construction projects while taking on increased ownership of client relationships, financial performance, and team leadership. This role serves as a key driver of both project success and business growth, actively contributing to business development efforts, client pursuits, and long-term relationship building. The Project Manager II oversees budgets, forecasting, contracts, and risk management, while ensuring projects are executed efficiently and aligned with company standards. In addition to managing project delivery, this role mentors and develops junior team members, supports team performance, and helps drive consistency in processes and best practices. Success in this role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to balance project execution with client engagement and strategic growth initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Leadership, Collaboration & Professional Development

• Consistently model and reinforce our core values of empathy, perseverance, integrity, and curiosity through your decision-making and execution.
• Manage and grow strong, positive relationships with clients, project partners, architects, end users, and owners
• Participate in business development efforts
• Take initiative on new business development opportunities, lead generation, and pursuits
• Build confidence in interviewing, presenting, and pitching to prospective clients
• Represent the company at kickoff, mid-project, and closeout gatherings to strengthen relationships and leave a lasting impression
• Maintain proactive, clear, and professional communication with project partners, prioritizing verbal communication followed by written documentation
• Manage project issues by presenting both the problem and potential solutions to your Team Lead
• Deliver performance feedback and contribute to formal reviews for direct reports
• Delegate effectively, oversee workload balance, and provide support to junior staff
• Provide mentorship, oversight, and support to Project Engineers and Project Coordinators
• Participate in onboarding and training for new team members; present ongoing process improvement and best-practice trainings
• Serve as the final point of accountability, ensuring all project requirements are completed accurately and to standard, with full ownership of team performance and deliverables.

Business, Financial & Operational Effectiveness

• Observe the prime contract process
• Participate in Trade Partner selection, interviews, awards, and buyouts
• Participate in creation of Scopes of Work, Exhibit A documents, and the Schedule of Values for all Work Orders
• Monitor project financial performance: oversee budgets, manage contingency, allowances, and general requirements, and ensure alignment with profit goals
• Ensure timely delivery of accounting questionnaires, pencil draw submissions, and change order/claims approvals
• Manage claims, financial reconciliation, and closeout processes, including contingency resolution and Day 2 work planning
• Oversee job cost details and financial forecasting; manage cost recovery, GRs, contingency, and allowances.
• Accurately develop and manage monthly project profit forecasts independently.

Project Management, Coordination, & Execution

• Manage multiple tasks with the assistance of your Team Lead
• Participate in initial project setup, including permitting, project folder creation, and schedule development in partnership with the Superintendent
• Participate in kickoff meetings to align team members on expectations, procurement strategy, schedule, profit targets, and responsibilities
• Maintain comprehensive awareness of project milestones, deliverables, and critical path items
• Estimate a project with approval from Team Lead & Preconstruction
• actively mentor junior staff throughout each phase of the process, while consistently identifying and creating opportunities to support their growth and development.
• Effectively manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently, demonstrating strong organizational, leadership, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Seamlessly assume responsibility for projects at any stage, quickly assessing status, identifying priorities, and driving successful outcomes.

Technical Effectiveness & Quality

• Maintain strong understanding of project financial structure and job cost details (implicit in job cost & recovery responsibilities)
• Apply sound construction and operational judgment during estimating, buyout, and financial oversight activities
• Demonstrate deep construction expertise and serve as a trusted resource for trade‑specific questions and detailed guidance for junior staff.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience successfully managing complex, high‑value corporate interior projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Demonstrated proficiency in project scheduling, scope development, contract review, financial oversight, and risk management
• Proven ability to foster client retention, build strong relationships, and lead collaborative, high‑performing teams
• Exceptional people management skills, with a high level of engagement and an empathetic, team‑centered leadership approach
• Demonstrate strong integrity by consistently following through on commitments, taking ownership of decisions, and upholding responsibility for overall project success while serving as a reliable leader for junior staff.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary and industry‑leading benefits package, including:

• Gold PPO Health Insurance
• 401k Plan
• Generous Flex PTO
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Family Leave
• Professional Development
• Volunteer Time Off

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout discriminationbased on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.