Senior Construction Project Lead for Commercial Builds

Joseph Nicholas Construction; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Nicholas Construction in Mount Prospect, Illinois, is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will be responsible for managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and client communications to ensure successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in commercial construction, strong leadership skills, and proficiency with construction management software. This position offers opportunities to work on high-quality projects within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and project lifecycle management.
• Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction projects from mobilization through closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules while identifying risks.
• Lead Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings to maintain clear communication.
• Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate with field teams to monitor project progress and quality control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Autodesk Build

Bluebeam

RedTeam

MS Project

Job description

Joseph Nicholas Construction in Mount Prospect, Illinois, is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will be responsible for managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and client communications to ensure successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in commercial construction, strong leadership skills, and proficiency with construction management software. This position offers opportunities to work on high-quality projects within a collaborative team.