Retail Construction Manager — Development Projects

brookfield; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision beginning

401(k) Company matching

401(k) Vests on Day 1

Career development programs

Charitable donation matching

Job summary

GGP in Chicago, IL is seeking a Construction Manager to support the Development Department on expansion, renovation, and ground-up projects under the SVP of Construction. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and on-site work to ensure timely, cost-effective outcomes and coordinate with operations, leasing, and tenant teams.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of general contractor project management experience in retail or mixed-use environments, strong leadership, and proficiency with project

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering.
• 5-10 years of general contractor project management experience.
• Experience in retail, restaurant, entertainment, hospitality, mixed-use construction environments preferred.
• Experience with construction estimating, including conceptual budgeting.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage construction projects within an operating business environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the project team lead, driving execution and partnering cross-functionally with Property Management, Development, and Leasing.
• Oversee project reporting and budget forecasting, ensuring cost control and schedule optimization.
• Manage contract administration, including approvals of contracts, change orders, budgets, and vendor payments.
• Oversee performance and accountability of contractors and consultants.
• Oversee development, validation, and accuracy of construction budgets and estimates.
• Lead regional construction meetings and activity reporting, ensuring timely communication of project updates and performance.
• Provide technical guidance to property operations, tenant coordination, and leasing teams, including review of lease and construction plans.
• Champion and implement best practices across design and construction management ensuring compliance and alignment with department policies, procedure and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Scheduling software

Job description

GGP in Chicago, IL is seeking a Construction Manager to support the Development Department on expansion, renovation, and ground-up projects under the SVP of Construction. You will oversee budgets, schedules, and on-site work to ensure timely, cost-effective outcomes and coordinate with operations, leasing, and tenant teams.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of general contractor project management experience in retail or mixed-use environments, strong leadership, and proficiency with project