Tenant Interiors Project Manager - Chicago, IL - Construction

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401k contribution

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction company in Chicago is seeking a Project Manager to oversee interior construction projects. The role involves planning, budgeting, and managing a team while ensuring projects meet financial goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and a minimum of 5 years' experience in tenant interiors. The position offers significant growth opportunities, a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $130,000, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in tenant interior construction.
• Thorough understanding of architectural, structural, civil, and MEP systems.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Mentor project team members and ensure alignment with company culture.
• Analyze subcontractor proposals for accuracy.

Skills

Construction management

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Scheduling software

Estimating software

Job description

Overview

Excellent opportunity to work for one of the Chicago's premier Design Build General Contractors. This reputable company boasts a positive company culture, an excellent work/life balance, and a strong pipeline of tenant interior projects. They are looking to add an Project Manager to their interior construction team who will have hands on experience running complex interiors projects.

Description

• Construction planning, estimating, budgeting and forecasting
• Cultivate and build relationships in the industry
• Ensure projects meet financial targets
• Help manage and mentor project team members
• Contribute to the creation of a high performing, innovative team environment
• Provide effective communication throughout all phases of the project
• Ensure project team alignment to the culture and values
• Provide value engineering options where applicable to benefit clients' project goals
• Analyze and evaluate subcontractor/vendor proposals for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare well documented and comprehensive proposals to clients for their respective projects
• Create, develop and maintain a detailed construction schedule that incorporates communication from the project team
• Perform regular project site walk-through to ensure contract performance, safety compliance, and quality control
• Resolve project conflicts in timely and professional manner
• Manage the permit process and ensure the project is in compliance with all local authorities and jurisdictions
• Oversee the timely completion of all accounting-related duties, such as invoicing, collections, AP invoice approvals, contract issuance and quarterly reporting (WIP, Projections, etc.)
• Ability to keep people focused on those things critical for profitable growth

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering is preferred
• OSHA 10
• Minimum of 5 years experience in tenant interior construction
• Thorough understanding of architectural, structural, civil and MEP systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A highly motivated and results oriented individual
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Proficient with software tools utilized in the industry, including but not limited to scheduling, estimating and project management softwares

Job Offer

• Room for growth and advancement
• Competitive base salary between $100,000 and $130,000; depending on level of experience with a general contractor
• ESOP Program
• Full support needed to grow & enhance project management skills
• Full benefits package including health, vision, dental
• 401k contribution
• Mentorship programs - at all levels
• Advancement opportunities within the organization
• Industry leading PTO and vacation policy
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering is preferred
• OSHA 10
• Minimum of 5 years experience in tenant interior construction
• Thorough understanding of architectural, structural, civil and MEP systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong management skills
• A highly motivated and results oriented individual
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Goal driven
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Proficient with software tools utilized in the industry, including but not limited to scheduling, estimating and project management software

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