Sr. Transition Manager

Gilbane Building; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Profit-sharing/401k plan

Training through Gilbane University

Job summary

Gilbane Building is looking for a Sr. Transition Manager in Chicago, IL, who will be responsible for leading multiple transition projects and implementing project activities. The ideal candidate will manage teams, ensure effective communication, and build client relationships.

Qualified individuals should possess a BS or MS degree in logistics, with 10-15 years of project management experience. The position offers a salary range of $125,000 to $165,000, plus benefits and a retirement program.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of project management experience, including 3-5 years of consulting experience.
• Knowledge of at least two TPM market sectors such as healthcare, government/military, or higher education.
• Ability to travel up to 60% and work evenings and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Engage and interact with all levels of clients and vendors.
• Recruit, train, and manage project staff and resources.
• Delegate responsibilities and oversee work on multiple complex projects.
• Proactively identify risks and mitigate exposure.
• Collaborate closely with business development.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Risk management

Client relationship management

Education

BS or MS degree in logistics or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Scheduling software

CADD

Bluebeam

Procore

Smartsheet

Job description

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Sr. Transition Manager to be responsible for the implementation and tactical execution of all project activities on multiple transition projects, as well as participating in the strategic marketing initiatives of the TPM division.

Who are we?

As a Top‑10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family‑owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long‑term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future. Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What’s in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi‑dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in training through our award‑winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

• Engage and interact with all levels of clients, vendors, consultants, etc. with clear and concise oral and written communications
• Recruit, train and manage project staff and resources
• Delegate responsibilities and oversee work on multiple complex projects
• Build and manage project financial reports, maximizing potential for savings
• Facilitate planning and scheduling sessions for large complex projects
• Develop and maintain master plans, reports, budgets and other functional deliverable/management tools
• Proactively identify risks and liability issues and mitigate exposure
• Cultivate and maintain client and industry relationships
• Proactively participate in business development opportunities including sales calls, proposal writing, presentations and contract negotiations
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
• Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in logistics or related field
• 10‑15 years of project management experience, including 3‑5 years of consulting experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio)
• Knowledge of scheduling software, CADD, Visio, advanced Excel, Bluebeam, Procore and Smartsheet desirable
• Excellent listening skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Construction document and drawing literate with knowledge of all phases of construction
• Detailed knowledge of at least two TPM market sectors, such as healthcare, government/military, research and development/laboratory, or higher education
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex project teams
• Ability to demonstrate insight on TPM consulting strategy and interest in strategy formation
• Ability to travel up to 60% and flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary

Compensation

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team. The pay ranges from $125,000.00 to $165,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program. Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit‑sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

Equal Opportunity

Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.