Senior Project Manager/Estimator

Onni Group of Companies; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health Saving Account (HSA)

Flexible Saving Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Annual Education Allowance

Generous Referral Program

Team-building events

Discounted hotel stays (Hospitality)

Job summary

Onni Group of Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Estimator for its Illinois drywall contracting operations in the Chicago area. The hybrid role combines preconstruction pricing leadership with full ownership of complex projects through execution and closeout.

You will lead estimating, apply CRCC standards, manage project budgets and schedules, coordinate union labor, and mentor junior staff. A strong track record in commercial construction and CRCC experience are required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of combined senior-level estimating and project management experience in commercial construction.
• Deep working knowledge of union labor agreements; CRCC experience required.
• Advanced proficiency with Bluebeam, QuickBid, On-Screen Takeoff, MS Project/Procore, and cost reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead both preconstruction pursuits and complex project execution.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and client-relationship skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating and preconstruction efforts, including takeoffs, pricing strategy, and GMP/value engineering, on assigned pursuits.
• Apply current CRCC wage, fringe benefit, and jurisdictional standards to all labor pricing.
• Assume full project management responsibility for awarded work, including budget, schedule, and manpower planning.
• Coordinate dispatch of union labor through the CRCC hiring hall and direct Foremen on assigned projects.
• Manage project financials, cost forecasting, change orders, and owner/GC billing.
• Negotiate contracts, change orders, and vendor/subcontractor agreements.
• Mentor junior Estimators and Project Managers as needed.
• Serve as a key point of contact for general contractor and client relationships on assigned work.
• Ensure jobsite compliance with the Company's safety program and applicable union agreements.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Client relationships

Preconstruction pricing

CRCC experience

Union labor knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in CM/Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

QuickBid

On-Screen Takeoff

MS Project/Procore

Cost reporting tools

Job description

Job Description

Inline Drywall Illinois, Inc. is a union commercial drywall and carpentry contractor operating in the Chicago metropolitan area, self-performing metal stud framing, drywall, acoustic ceilings, rough and finish carpentry on ground-up and interior build-out commercial projects. The Senior Project Manager / Estimator is a senior hybrid role combining lead-level responsibility for preconstruction pricing and full ownership of complex projects through execution and closeout, providing flexibility across the Company's preconstruction and operations functions.

• Competitive pay
• Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality brand.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality brand.

What Will You do?

• Lead estimating and preconstruction efforts, including takeoffs, pricing strategy, and GMP/value engineering, on assigned pursuits
• Apply current CRCC wage, fringe benefit, and jurisdictional standards to all labor pricing
• Assume full project management responsibility for awarded work, including budget, schedule, and manpower planning
• Coordinate dispatch of union labor through the CRCC hiring hall and direct Foremen on assigned projects
• Manage project financials, cost forecasting, change orders, and owner/GC billing
• Negotiate contracts, change orders, and vendor/subcontractor agreements
• Mentor junior Estimators and Project Managers as needed
• Serve as a key point of contact for general contractor and client relationships on assigned work
• Ensure jobsite compliance with the Company's safety program and applicable union agreements

What You Bring

• 8+ years of combined senior-level estimating and project management experience in commercial construction
• Deep working knowledge of union labor agreements; CRCC experience required
• Advanced proficiency with Bluebeam, QuickBid, On-Screen Takeoff, MS Project/Procore, and cost reporting tools
• Demonstrated ability to lead both preconstruction pursuits and complex project execution
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and client-relationship skills
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience

Salary Range

$150,000 - $180,000

About The Company

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws. All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.