Senior Road Construction Project Manager | Paving & Concrete

Intelligence and National Security Alliance; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

K-Five Construction Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple asphalt and concrete paving projects within Chicagoland. You will direct project teams, manage timelines and budgets, and uphold strong client relationships while ensuring project profitability and quality.

The role requires a strong background in road construction, excellent communication, and the ability to coordinate with owners, consultants, and subcontractors on challenging project scopes.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years practical experience as a Project Manager, road construction industry preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office products, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings.
• Experience using project management and scheduling software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; solid speaking, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Outstanding customer relationship management skills; ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Highly skilled in negotiation; able to work independently or in a team.
• Must be a self-starter with strong attention to detail and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management direction to multiple projects and establish objectives and policies.
• Maintain liaison with prime client contracts and monitor construction and financial activities.
• Lead on-site construction teams and chair progress and coordination meetings.
• Develop and update critical path schedules and manage changes in scope, timeline, or budget.
• Manage contract correspondence and ensure timely communication with Owner and Subcontractors.
• Ensure profitability and oversee contract documentation, claims, and final settlements.
• Maintain steady cash flow and manage billings, estimates, and negotiations as needed.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Read blueprints

Scheduling software

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or CM

PMP certification (a plus)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

MS Project

Scheduling software

Job description

K-Five Construction Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to lead multiple asphalt and concrete paving projects within Chicagoland. You will direct project teams, manage timelines and budgets, and uphold strong client relationships while ensuring project profitability and quality.

The role requires a strong background in road construction, excellent communication, and the ability to coordinate with owners, consultants, and subcontractors on challenging project scopes.