Traveling Construction Project Manager

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company credit card

Benefits package

Generous PTO

Company events

401K plan with company match

Maternity/Paternity leave

Cell phone/laptop

Job summary

Jobot in Chicago seeks a Traveling Project Manager for a downtown contractor. This role requires travel across Chicagoland and nationwide; a company vehicle and corporate card are provided, with travel expenses covered.

You will manage projects from planning through completion, coordinating with clients, subcontractors and teams to meet schedule and budget. The ideal candidate holds a construction/civil engineering degree or 1–2 years in construction, demonstrates strong leadership and

Qualifications

• A college degree in construction/civil engineering OR 1-2 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Willing to travel is a must.
• Proven ability to manage all aspects of construction projects effectively and efficiently.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, and equipment.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial planning stages to completion, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and team members to ensure all project requirements are met.
• Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion.
• Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
• Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors.
• Select tools, materials, and equipment and track inventory.
• Meet contractual conditions of performance.
• Review the work progress on a daily basis.
• Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status.
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
• Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts, and obtain permits and licenses.
• Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks.
• Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Travel readiness

Budget management

Client coordination

Education

Construction/civil engineering degree

1-2 years construction experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Jobot in Chicago seeks a Traveling Project Manager for a downtown contractor. This role requires travel across Chicagoland and nationwide; a company vehicle and corporate card are provided, with travel expenses covered.

You will manage projects from planning through completion, coordinating with clients, subcontractors and teams to meet schedule and budget. The ideal candidate holds a construction/civil engineering degree or 1–2 years in construction, demonstrates strong leadership and