Senior Project Manager - Aviation

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Mentoring & Training

Fitness Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Clune Construction in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and completion of complex construction projects. You will take ownership of all phases from budgeting and bidding to closeout, coordinating internal and external teams to meet financial goals and client expectations.

The role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a proven track record in budgeting, cost control, and site supervision.

Qualifications

• Strong estimating and budgeting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with high-end clientele.
• Experience managing all aspects of field operations including scheduling and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Lead active participation in RFP responses, including developing presentations and leading pitches.
• Lead preconstruction efforts from budgeting to final budget approval.
• Manage contract review process with owners and subcontractors.
• Guide, direct, and mentor project team on issues.
• Oversee project cost control and budget management processes.
• Develop and mentor other project staff.
• Lead business development and client relationship management; build new client relationships.
• Support intern programs and mentoring initiatives.
• Develop training content and lead training on industry practices.

Skills

Time management

Budgeting

Financial acumen

Communication

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

9+ years construction PM experience

2-3 years internal fit-out aviation construction

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Introduction

The Senior Project Manager oversees the planning, coordination, and completion of construction projects. The core job duties include full responsibility of all phases of construction from budgeting, bidding, cost control, client relations, through closeout. This role is also responsible for organizing the project team, both internal and external for the project life cycle, including reporting and achieving the project financial goals.

Overview

Pay Range: $135,000- $219,000

The salary range listed reflects a broad scope of potential earnings for this position. Exact range is dependent on location and actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Please note that it is not common for candidates to be hired at the top of the range. We encourage open communication about compensation expectations during the hiring process.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with 100% of monthly premiums paid by the company
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
• Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance

Core Values and Behaviors

Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind.

Responsibilities

• Active participation in RFP responses, including taking a lead role in developing presentations, and leading the pitch.
• Lead preconstruction efforts including from budgets or existing condition review during the schematic design through final budget approval.
• Manage the contract review process with owner and subcontract contracts.
• Provide guidance, direction and leadership to project team on project issues.
• Oversee the project cost control and budget management processes.
• Develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on the team by providing guidance, support, mentoring, and leading by example.
• Lead business development efforts and client relationship management by organizing client events, maintaining relationships with designers and clients, and actively seeking out new relationships with potential future clients.
• Contribute to the growth of the company by participating in intern or entry-level candidate interviews, signing up to participate in the Mentoring Program, and supporting the Intern Program.
• Ability to develop training content and lead training classes on relevant content such as industry and company best practices, technical skills, and human skills.
• Role model professionally for all team members.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This role may have supervisory responsibilities of a Project Manager, an Assistant Project Manager, a Project Engineer and/or an Intern.

Requirements

• Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic and team-first attitude.
• Highly motivated with strong skills in time management and prioritization.
• Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills required. Must have the ability to relate and interact with higher-end clientele.
• Strong estimating and budgeting skills. Must have the ability to prepare and submit responses to requests for lump-sum bids.
• Strong financial acumen to manage budget and financials for both internal and external reporting.
• Must have strong skills in drawing review.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• All candidates must provide references and project list.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering is preferred, but strong work experience will be considered.
• 9+ years of construction project management experience; or Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of construction project management experience; or Master's degree with 3+ years of construction project management experience.
• 2-3 years of experience specifically in internal fit-out aviation construction projects.
• Experience managing all aspects of field operations including scheduling, quality control, and coordinating sub-contractors.
• Solid background in construction trades and technical knowledge.
• Proficiency with scheduling software.

All candidates must provide a resume.