Senior Project Manager

Consertus, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life and disability ins.

Pet insurance (optional)

401(k) with match

Generous PTO and holidays

Consertus Academy

Job summary

Consertus, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead Owner Representation for capital projects in the Chicagoland area, coordinating with owners, designers, and contractors across multiple programs.

You will supervise planning, cost and schedule management, design quality, and contract administration while maintaining client relationships and supporting business development efforts. Hybrid work and travel to sites are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field (preferred)
• 12+ years of experience
• Experience with Capital Programs and Construction Project Management
• Experience with Owner Representation services preferred
• Able to communicate complex project issues clearly to clients, boards and stakeholders
• Proficiency with MS Office and scheduling platforms (MS Project, P6 or equivalent)
• Willingness and ability to travel to client offices and project sites; hybrid work schedule

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day owner's representative activities and manage complex projects or multiple assignments
• Develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow, and cost forecasts; review bids and change orders
• Develop and maintain milestone schedules; support design and construction teams
• Review materials and designs for conformance with owner requirements; conduct site observations
• Prepare procurement, contract administration, and documentation; oversee consultants and vendors
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to qualifications, proposals, and business development

Skills

Travel readiness

Communication

Public-sector experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Construction Management or related field

PMP/PE/RA/AIA/CCM certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project / scheduling tools

Job description

About Us:

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs. Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology. At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built. Discover how Consertus is driving transformative change for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve at www.consertus.com

About this Role:

Consertus' Buildings group is seeking a Senior Project Manager to be part of team performing Owner Representative work in the Chicagoland Area. As a Senior Project Manager, you will supervise, direct and coordinate planning, design and construction phase activities for capital projects and programs; including being a direct liaison with the owner, designers and contractors regarding cost, schedule, quality and contract administration. The Senior Project Manager also maintains client relationships and participates in business development activities as required and may supervise the work of others in the Project Management Team. The majority of assignments support public-sector and institutional clients, particularly K-12 school districts, libraries and municipalities such as police/public safety, village halls, and public works facilities, with opportunities to support select private-sector clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Owner Representation

Serves as the day-to-day owner's representative and primary project contact for assigned projects, independently leading complex projects and/or multiple concurrent assignments. Coordinates project stakeholders, facilitates clear communication, and drives decisions, action items, and issue resolution to maintain project objectives. Leads planning and programming, consultant selection, design management, public procurement, construction, occupancy, and project closeout. Anticipates project risks, issues, and decisions; evaluates options and impacts; and develops practical recommendations for the client with senior leadership support as appropriate. Leads and documents project meetings and prepares concise reporting for client leadership and other stakeholders. Manages executive, board, public-official, and senior stakeholder expectations and provides concise, decision-focused reporting.

Cost Management

Independently develops and maintains project budgets, cash flow projections, contingencies, and cost forecasts. Develops and manages project budgets, cash flow, contingencies, forecasts, and overall financial reporting. Prepares and reviews cost estimates, bids, pay applications, and change requests; evaluates cost trends and identifies potential savings and risk mitigation opportunities.

Schedule Management

Develops and maintains overall project milestone schedules and works with the design and construction teams to support on-time completion. Creates schedules using scheduling software with limited help from supervisor concerning activity linkage. Reviews detailed design and construction schedules for sequencing, critical milestones, delays, and potential impacts. Identifies schedule concerns, evaluates impacts with the project team, and supports development and implementation of recovery strategies as needed. Coordinates project closeout, including punch list, final documentation, occupancy, turnover, and warranty requirements.

Design & Quality Management

Reviews proposed materials, products, and design decisions for conformance with owner requirements, project scope, and applicable standards. Performs design and document reviews to identify coordination, constructability, scope, and quality concerns and works with the project team to resolve issues. Conducts site observations during construction to monitor progress and general conformance with design intent and contract documents.

Procurement & Contract Administration

Prepares and oversees project documentation and reporting, and manages Consertus scope, hours, staffing, and deliverables against contract requirements. Supports development and administration of consultant, contractor, and vendor agreements, including scope, deliverables, fee structure, reimbursable expenses, and coordination of insurance and legal requirements. Leads public procurement and selection processes for design professionals, contractors, consultants, and vendors, including RFQ/RFP development, bidding, evaluation, interviews, and award recommendations. Coordinates with the Project Team and governmental agencies to obtain proper permits, inspections, and occupancy certificates.

Client Relations & Business Development

Builds and maintains trusted senior-level client relationships, manages expectations, identifies future needs, and supports expansion of client relationships. Materially contributes to qualifications, proposals, interviews, presentations, and other business development efforts; meets with and presents to prospective clients. Attends evening board meetings dependent upon client. Monitors Consertus scope, fees, staffing, and contract performance; identifies scope changes and additional services as appropriate.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field preferred 12+ years of experience
• Experience working in the K-12, Municipal, Healthcare, or other institutional clients strongly preferred; candidates should be comfortable working in public-sector and stakeholder-driven environments.
• Experience with Capital Programs and Construction Project Management required
• Proven experience in Owner Representation services preferred
• Ability to communicate complex project issues clearly to clients, boards, and stakeholders with varying levels of design and construction experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management, document-control, and scheduling platforms such as Microsoft Project; P6 or equivalent scheduling experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while producing complete, accurate, timely, and well-organized work.
• Willingness and ability to travel to client offices and project sites as required, including occasional evening board or public meetings; hybrid work schedule expected.
• PMP, PE, RA/AIA, or CCM certification preferred but not required.

Compensation Range

Compensation range $120,000-$150,000 full-time position.

What’s In It For You:

• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
• 401(k) with day-one eligibility. We contribute dollar for dollar up to the first 3% of your contributions. Then we match 50% for the next 2% of your contributions.
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Consertus drives positive outcomes for capital programs around the world through transformative advisory and delivery solutions and digital innovations. By leveraging leading-edge technology and embracing a collaborative, client-first spirit, Consertus works smarter to deliver results that offer higher performance, more longevity, and greater value for clients. Consertus is made up of 800+ full-time employees located across the United States, Puerto Rico, United Kingdom, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, UAE, and India. An international client base, in sectors such as transportation, manufacturing, utilities, government, and healthcare, partners with Consertus for tailored solutions that help them achieve their goals.