Project Manager - Retail Construction

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

MPI, located in Chicago, IL, seeks a Project Manager to own retail construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will oversee schedules, budgets, subcontractor coordination, and client communications, coordinating with superintendents, ownership groups, and design teams to ensure on-time delivery within budget and aligned with brand standards.

The ideal candidate has 5-8+ years in retail/construction, strong budgeting, contract administration, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of experience managing retail or commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of sequencing, budgeting, subcontractor management, and contract administration.
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects and teams in fast-paced retail environments.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage retail construction projects from preconstruction through final delivery and closeout.
• Lead subcontractor buyout, contract negotiations, and scope alignment.
• Oversee project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and change order management.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and subcontractors to maintain project schedules and site productivity.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, and consultants.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, project documentation, and reporting processes.
• Identify and resolve project challenges while maintaining quality and brand standards.
• Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers, supporting their development.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Subcontractor management

Contract administration

Communication

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Construction management software

Job description

The Project Manager will take full ownership of retail construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, overseeing schedules, budgets, subcontractor coordination, and client communication. This individual will work closely with Superintendents, ownership groups, and design teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with brand standards.

My client is a general contractor located in the Chicago, IL. Over the past few years, they have expanded their presence across the Midwest significantly and have become more heavily involved in larger govement/federal projects. They pride themselves on the ability to take on any project type or complexity and deliver quality results. They work on both ground-up and renovation projects in various sectors. Creating a supportive culture is a key factor to their success, so the ideal candidate is someone who works hard and lift others up.

Description

This Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Manage retail construction projects from preconstruction through final delivery and closeout
• Lead subcontractor buyout, contract negotiations, and scope alignment
• Oversee project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and change order management
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and subcontractors to maintain project schedules and site productivity
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, and consultants
• Manage RFIs, submittals, project documentation, and reporting processes
• Identify and resolve project challenges while maintaining quality and brand standards
• Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers, supporting their development

Profile

An ideal Project Manager will have:

• 5-8+ years of experience managing retail or commercial construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, budgeting, subcontractor management, and contract administration
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects and teams in fast-paced retail environments
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and construction management software

Job Offer

We will provide our Project Manager with:

• Base salary $120,000 - $145,000
• Annual performance bonus tied to project and company performance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Opportunity to grow into Senior Project Manager or leadership roles as the company continues to expand its retail division

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.