Project Manager Utility & Civil Construction

Crossfire Consulting Corporation; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossfire Consulting Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to oversee utility relocation and civil construction projects in Chicago's western suburbs, based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. The role is hybrid: on-site Tue-Thu and remote Mon-Fri; occasional field visits.

The position requires at least 3 years of PM experience, a related bachelor's degree, and strong Excel proficiency. Travel several times per month to Rockford, Elgin, and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• 3 years of project management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Studies, PM, or related field.
• Experience with utility/civil construction projects and reviewing bids.
• Proficiency in Excel and forecasting cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Manage 10–12 utility and civil construction projects simultaneously.
• Review drawings, plans, contracts, and bids.
• Develop budgets, cash flow forecasts, and schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, utilities and stakeholders.
• Conduct field walks and site visits; monitor milestones and costs.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget forecasting

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Project Manager – Utility & Civil Construction

Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Work Setup: Hybrid (3 Days On-site, 2 Days Remote)
Contract Length: 1 year
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 Hours/Week | Core Hours: 9 AM–3 PM

Project Manager – Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee utility relocation and civil construction projects throughout Chicago's western suburbs. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management, construction coordination, and financial forecasting expertise to ensure successful project delivery.

Project Manager Responsibilities

• Manage 10–12 utility infrastructure and civil construction projects simultaneously.




• Review engineering drawings, construction plans, contract proposals, and contractor bids.




• Develop and maintain project budgets, monthly cash flow forecasts, and schedules.




• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, utilities, and project stakeholders.




• Conduct field walkdowns and site visits throughout the western suburban region.




• Monitor project milestones, costs, risks, and deliverables.

Project Manager Qualifications

Required

• 3 years of project management experience.




• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical Studies, Project Management, or a related field.




• Experience in electric, gas, or water utilities; civil construction; or engineering projects involving utility installation or relocation.




• Experience reviewing construction bids and contract proposals.




• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and monthly project cash flow forecasting.




• Ability to interpret civil construction documents.




• Willingness to travel to project sites in Rockford, Elgin, Freeport, DeKalb, Aurora, Crystal Lake, and surrounding areas several times per month.

Preferred

• Utility relocation project experience.




• PMP certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Project Manager Work Arrangement

• Remote: Mondays and Fridays.




• On-site: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.




• Field Visits: Approximately once per month per project, depending on project needs.

Interview Process

One interview round using STAR-based behavioral questions.

We look forward to reviewing your application!