Project Manager, Process Solutions

Arco Ltd; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

1-week paid volunteer leave each year

Company supported relocation

1-month paid sabbatical after five years

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Downers Grove, IL, seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee advanced manufacturing projects nationwide. The role involves managing project performance, customer satisfaction, and coordinating with design teams. Candidates should have a BS in Engineering and 2-5 years of relevant experience. Benefits include a competitive salary range of $84,000.00 to $160,000.00 plus bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of construction management and/or engineering design experience.
• Previous experience leading design/build projects preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suites.

Responsibilities

• Lead managerial and administrative aspects of projects.
• Coordinate with clients to develop project concepts and budgets.
• Oversee the subcontractor selection process.
• Monitor project performance against budget.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Cost negotiation

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

ABOUT YOU

Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself to the highest standard? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you.

ARCO/Murray National Construction is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Process Solutions team in Downers Grove, IL. Our Process Solutions team specializes in delivering a wide range of turnkey advanced manufacturing projects nationwide. At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success. Project Managers at ARCO have complete responsibility for project performance, customer satisfaction, and taking projects from design to completion. Each Project Manager has full profit and performance responsibility for their projects and unlimited growth potential.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package supports our associates and their families and benefits local communities and communities around the world.

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Company supported relocation
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

Typical base compensation for the Project Manager role is between $84,000.00 and $160,000.00. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation based on individual and company performance.

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout
• Work closely with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budget
• Participate in the proposal meeting with clients to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, provide value engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts & fees
• Oversee subcontractor selection and buyout process for all trades and vendors
• Identify and investigate opportunities to procure material and/or specialty equipment directly when advantageous to project budget or schedule
• Work with Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work/contracts, project schedule, and site logistics plan
• Lead preconstruction planning meetings with all designers, subcontractors and vendors aimed at solving potential constructability, sequencing, and/or manpower issues
• Lead weekly/bi-weekly OAC meetings on-site once construction begins to review progress and address challenges directly with client
• Track and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports
• Most importantly…find a way to make the construction process FUN for your clients, subcontractors, and vendors without sacrificing on QUALITY or SAFETY

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in Engineering or related field
• 2-5 years of construction management and/or engineering design experience
• Previous experience leading design/build industrial, cold storage, food & beverage, advanced manufacturing, or data center projects strongly preferred
• Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 6,300 design-build projects across 48 states and 48 major cities nationwide. We ranked #4 out of the top 100 design-build companies in the U.S. and #17 on ENR\'s Top 400 Contractors list of 2024.

Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person that can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is, “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.

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LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets