Project Manager - Interiors Construction

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Vehicle allowance / travel support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Interior Construction Project Manager to lead high-end tenant improvement and corporate interior buildouts in the Chicagoland area. You will oversee schedules, budgets, and cross-functional coordination to deliver projects on time and within budget, with a strong emphasis on quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in commercial interior construction, strong leadership and communication skills, and a bachelor’s degree in Construction

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial interior construction projects.
• Strong understanding of interior trades and coordination with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on time and within budget.
• Experience with construction schedules, budgets, and cost controls.
• Proficiency with project management software and MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage interior construction projects from design development through final turnover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Lead subcontractor buyouts, contract scopes, and change management processes.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals for interior scopes.
• Resolve field issues and proactively mitigate project risks.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, contractual requirements, and deadlines.
• Prepare and deliver regular project status reports to leadership and clients.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Construction knowledge

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Interior Construction Project Manager Opportunity | Design-Build GC

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

A well-established commercial construction firm is seeking an experienced Interiors Project Manager to lead high-end tenant improvement and corporate interior buildouts throughout the Chicagoland area. This role is ideal for a driven, detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and excels at coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality interior projects on time and within budget.

Why join us:

What’s Offered:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Vehicle allowance or project-related travel support
• Long-term career growth with a stable and respected organization

Why This Opportunity:

• Consistent pipeline of interior renovation and build-out projects
• Strong internal support and experienced leadership team
• Opportunity to run projects with autonomy and responsibility
• Company culture focused on quality, professionalism, and respect

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage interior construction projects from design development through final turnover
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Lead subcontractor buyouts, contract scopes, and change management processes
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, and submittals for interior scopes
• Resolve field issues and proactively mitigate project risks
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, contractual requirements, and deadlines
• Prepare and deliver regular project status reports to leadership and clients

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial interior construction projects
• Strong understanding of interior trades
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with construction schedules, budgets, and cost controls
• Proficiency with project management software and MS Office tools
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

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