Senior Project Manager – Mechanical Insulation (Chicagoland)

Luse; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle mileage or allowance

Medical

Optical and dental insurance

401-k participation

Profit sharing

Life Insurance

Generous Vacation

Holidays and Sick Pay

Job summary

Luse Contracting Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Estimator to lead mechanical insulation projects in the Chicagoland area from inception through closeout. The role involves defining scope, timelines, and required resources, while building strong client relationships and coordinating across service lines to drive growth.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in mechanical insulation, a relevant engineering or construction degree, and a track record of managing $5M+ annual estimates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in mechanical insulation.
• B.S. in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Annual estimating and project management in excess of $5 million.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage project development from inception to closeout (cradle to grave).
• Define scope, timeline and goals for each project and estimate required resources.
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and subcontractors.
• Attend industry events, conferences, and training sessions.
• Collaborate across Luse service lines and geographies to grow the business.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership & communication

Sales & negotiation

Forecasting & budgeting

Excel & estimating software

Field take-offs

Education

B.S. in Construction Management / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Luse Contracting Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Estimator to lead mechanical insulation projects in the Chicagoland area from inception through closeout. The role involves defining scope, timelines, and required resources, while building strong client relationships and coordinating across service lines to drive growth.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in mechanical insulation, a relevant engineering or construction degree, and a track record of managing $5M+ annual estimates.