Senior Project Manager (Community Construction Market)

Leopardo Construction; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

401k + matching plan

Generous PTO including Paid Holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Leopardo Construction in Hoffman Estates is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead key community-focused projects. You will be responsible for managing the overall execution of complex projects while ensuring effective communication among teams and maintaining project budgets.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and proven success in managing large-scale construction projects. The position offers a target salary of $125-150k, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a progressively responsible role with extensive estimating experience.
• Experience working on senior living or healthcare construction projects.
• Valid driver's license and OSHA 30 Hour certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of overall administration and execution of large-sized projects.
• Coordinate permit applications and negotiate subcontracts.
• Ensure quality control procedures and safety inspections are performed.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Client relationship management

Team coordination

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture

Tools

Project management software

Estimating software

Job description

The community market at Leopardo is growing and looking for a senior project manager to grow with us. In the community market, the work we do is about building communities as much as shaping skylines. From libraries and recreation centers to worship spaces and cultural institutions, our community-focused projects reflect a deep commitment to the people who live, work, and gather in the places we build.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will take charge of overall administration, execution, and completion of complex and/or large‑sized projects. This can include project development and overseeing the organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. As an SPM you will also monitor productivity and profitability, manage communication between teams, resolve conflicts, and cultivate client & A/E relationships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support preconstruction efforts:
  • Assist in preparation of budgets and estimates
  • Provide value design suggestions and work with the project team to implement revisions
  • Solicit, qualify, review, and evaluate bids from qualified subcontractors to ensure required scopes are included
• Prepare and incorporate general conditions work into overall budget
• Coordinate permit applications for review/approval and submittal
• Coordinate with leader to establish and monitor project goals and prepare project projections
• Negotiate, award, and write all subcontracts in collaboration with leader
• Complete bid/post‑bid subcontractor risk mitigation management
• Develop and maintain a detailed schedule including:
  • Key preconstruction activities impacting project teams
  • Identified critical path
  • Owner move‑in, inspections, and punch list
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates
• Review job costs, billings, and pencil draws for pay applications with the Principal‑in‑Charge/Market Leader as required
• Review and approve invoices for any goods purchased directly by Leopardo for general conditions work.
• Manage shop drawing/submittal schedule as well as requests for information (RFI’s) and change order processes
• Coordinate and conduct required meetings
• Ensure required inspections are performed and enforce quality control procedures and safety inspections
• Review closeout documentation, job costs, billings, and pencil draws

Additional Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with clients/owners, architects, developers, and subcontractors
• Actively promote Leopardo and network within industry
• Assist in recruiting and training efforts as required
• Advise project teams which may include Superintendent, Project Manager, Project Assistant, Project Accountant, Project Engineer and/or Interns.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture related fields or equivalent training and related experience
• 10+ years in progressively responsible role with extensive estimating experience and an understanding of the business side of construction; field experience is a plus
• Experience working on senior living and/or healthcare construction projects
• Proven record of success on large and/or complex projects
• Deep understanding of each phase of the construction process, including architectural design and blueprinting, and a knowledge of the market/industry
• Significant training and experience with cutting edge technology, processes, and procedures that produce accurate, efficient results; ACC Build is a plus

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver’s license. OSHA 30 Hour certification and LEED GA accreditation are a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Vision Program
• Short term/long term disability
• 401k + matching plan
• Generous PTO including Paid Holidays and Volunteer PTO, Time & Donation Matching
• Identity theft protection
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long term care, group accident insurance, legal services, pet insurance, 529 College Savings Plan

Leopardo considers many factors when determining actual salary including experience, education, unique skillsets, abilities, market, geography and business needs. Target base salary range: $125-150k. This position is eligible for annual discretionary bonus and vehicle allowance. Leopardo does not discriminate based on any protected category with respect to wages.