Senior Project Manager - Higher Ed, Housing & Workplace

Harvey Ellis Devereaux Corp.

Chicago, Northern (IL, KY)

Hybrid

USD 125,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Harvey Ellis Devereaux Corp. seeks a Project Manager for Higher Education, Housing, and Workplace sectors based in Chicago.

The role leads complex professional services projects, coordinating client, consultants, and contractors while overseeing schedule, budget, and contract compliance. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or interior design, professional licensure, and at least 12 years post-graduate experience with 6 years in PM with financial/risk

Qualifications

Post-graduate experience required with strong leadership and communication skills.
Extensive knowledge across marketing through design, construction, and project close-out.
Senior-level, client-facing role requiring maturity, organization and integrity.

Responsibilities

Lead professional services proposal process and negotiate with owner.
Staff selection for projects and monitor through project life cycle.
Prepare contracts and monitor adherence; secure additional service fees if needed.
Prepare, implement, and monitor project plans and strategies.
Lead multi-disciplinary A/E teams and interface with clients, contractors, and authorities.
Manage project schedule; develop short-term plans and tasks.
Monitor budgets and staffing to meet profit goals.
Ensure adherence to the HED Project Design Process and coordinate design reviews.
Communicate with Operations and Business Leaders on metrics and goals.
Ad hoc duties as assigned.