Senior Project Manager (Construction)

Jobot; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior‑level salary

Performance bonuses

Full benefits

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Naperville, IL to own the overall success and profitability of complex projects from preconstruction handoff through closeout. You will lead internal teams, manage client relationships, oversee financial performance, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to quality standards.

We offer true senior-level authority, strong field support from seasoned Superintendents, realistic schedules, and a focus on long-term relationships with

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience with a General Contractor.
• Proven experience managing $20M+ projects (or multiple concurrent projects).
• Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and change management.
• Experience leading PMs, APMs, and Project Engineers.
• Excellent communication with owners, architects, and trade partners.
• Procore experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

• Lead internal teams, manage client relationships, and oversee financial performance on assigned projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to quality standards.
• Drive preconstruction handoffs, coordination, and project closeout.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to PMs, APMs, and Project Engineers.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost control

Change management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelors in CM/Engineering

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job details

Take ownership of large, complex projects with the backing of a strong operations team and a long‑term, growth‑focused contractor.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Don Seawall

Salary: $135,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a well‑established Chicagoland General Contractor delivering ground‑up and complex renovation projects throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Our work spans commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and mixed‑use markets, with a strong base of repeat clients who value consistency, transparency, and execution.

Our Senior Project Managers are trusted leaders—supported by experienced Superintendents, APMs, and Project Engineers—and given the authority to run their work without unnecessary bureaucracy. We focus on long‑term relationships, well‑planned projects, and building careers, not just filling roles.

Why join us?

• True senior‑level authority: Own budget, contracts, schedule, and client relationships end‑to‑end
• Strong field support: Partner with seasoned Superintendents who know how to run work
• Well‑planned projects: Realistic schedules, solid preconstruction, and organized handoffs
• Leadership that understands construction: Decisions made by builders, not spreadsheets
• Long‑term stability: Strong backlog, repeat clients, and consistent pipeline
• Competitive compensation: Senior‑level salary, performance bonuses, and full benefits

Job Details:

Position Overview

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the overall success and profitability of assigned projects from preconstruction handoff through closeout. This role leads internal teams, manages client relationships, oversees financial performance, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to quality standards.

Summary of Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial construction experience with a General Contractor
• Proven experience managing $20M+ projects (or multiple concurrent projects)
• Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and change management
• Experience leading PMs, APMs, and Project Engineers
• Excellent communication with owners, architects, and trade partners
• Procore experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.