Senior Project Manager

HeatherDaniel International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Professional development support

Job summary

HeatherDaniel International seeks an excellent Project Manager to lead project execution from inception to completion across major Chicago assets. You will act as the key client liaison, overseeing architects, general contractors, engineers, and sub-consultants while managing project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.

Travel weekly to Portland, IN is required. The role offers a base salary of $140,000–$170,000 with annual bonus and comprehensive benefits, including health, vision,

Qualifications

• 4-8+ years of PM experience in commercial real estate or construction.
• Background in CM consultancy or Owner's Representation preferred; engineers/architects welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Drive full lifecycle delivery for commercial interior fit-outs and landlord capital projects.
• Manage master project schedules, budgets, change orders and monthly executive reporting.
• Direct project team meetings, site inspections, and present solutions to client stakeholders.
• Build long-term relationships with corporate clients, landlords and partners.

Skills

Presentation skills

Commercial acumen

Client briefings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture

Job description

Location: Chicago - (Travel to Portland IN once a week)

Salary: $140,000 - $170,000 Base + Bonus + Full Benefits

Sector: Commercial Workplace / Institutional / Capital Improvements / Owner's Rep

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Company Overview

HeatherDaniel International has been retained by a leading, nationally recognized Project Management consultancy expanding its premier Chicago practice. Known for executing complex, high-visibility commercial fit-outs and capital projects, our client offers an exceptional platform for growth, competitive compensation, and direct client exposure.

Role Profile

We are seeking and excellent Project Manager to lead project execution from inception to completion across major Chicago assets. You will act as the key client liaison, overseeing architects, general contractors, engineers, and sub-consultants while managing project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive full lifecycle delivery for commercial interior fit-outs, landlord capital projects, and building repositioning.
• Manage master project schedules, budget tracking, change orders, and monthly executive reporting.
• Direct project team meetings, lead site inspections, and present strategic solutions to client stakeholders.
• Build strong long-term relationships with corporate clients, landlords, and project partners.

Requirements

• Experience: 4-8+ years of PM experience in the commercial real estate or construction sector.
• Background: Prior experience in a Construction Management (CM) consultancy or Owner's Representation firm is highly preferred. Candidates from Engineering, General Contracting, or Architectural backgrounds seeking to step into consultancy project management are also encouraged to apply.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Skills: Strong presentation skills, commercial acumen, and confidence in managing project scenarios and client briefings.
• $140,000 - $170,000 Base Salary (commensurate with experience)
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• Generous PTO and professional development support

All applications are handled with strict confidentiality.