Vice President of Construction Development Sr Living

Plante Moran; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Plante Moran Realpoint, LLC is seeking a VP of Construction Development/preconstruction and Construction Management to lead multimillion-dollar senior living projects from ideation to completion, based in the Chicago metro area with frequent site visits.

You will coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and lenders, manage budgets and timelines, and drive project success through proactive risk management and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management degree required.
• 6+ years development, owner’s representation, design or construction experience.
• Owner's Facility Team or consultant background preferred; cost estimating a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Primavera Scheduling Software.

Responsibilities

• Develop real estate projects with budgets, timelines, and logistics plans.
• Lead teams of architects, engineers, contractors, analysts, operators and lenders.
• Manage budgets and schedules to meet client needs and strengthen relationships.
• Oversee preconstruction scoping and alignment to funding and calendars.
• Oversee construction progress, monitor contractors and vendors.
• Provide oversight of design, construction, legal and financial elements.
• Identify and mitigate risks through contractual management.
• Prepare detailed client-facing reports and presentations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Architecture degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera Scheduling

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Count on us. Our \"we-care\" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us.

Ready to take the lead on something big? Plante Moran Realpoint, LLC (PMR), an affiliate of Plante Moran, PLLC, is searching for a VP of Construction Development/preconstruction and Construction Management who’s excited to make a difference! Picture yourself at the helm of multimillion-dollar commercial construction projects, all designed for vibrant senior living communities. If you thrive on challenges and love seeing your work come to life, this is your chance to turn vision into reality!

We're looking for someone who embodies entrepreneurial spirit to elevate our services. If you have a solid background in real estate development, construction, and project management, and you're a savvy problem solver with a passion for real estate, then this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Ideally, you'd be based in metro Chicago, ready to hit the ground running with site visits 1-2 days a week and occasional overnight travel (up to 25%). Experience with senior living providers is a plus, but not a dealbreaker. Step into a role with long-term potential and consider your next career move with Plante Moran Realpoint!

Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Champion the development and implementation of real estate projects for our clients by developing comprehensive approaches, timelines, budgets, programs and logistics plans. Coordinate with multiple clients, stakeholders, and third parties to meet project goals.
• Select and lead teams of architects, engineers, contractors, analysts, operators and lending institutions to execute large scale developments from project ideation to completion.
• Steer project budgets, timelines, and deliverables to align perfectly with client needs, while enhancing the relationship and fostering strong connections.
• Manage preconstruction process by overseeing development and design team for strict compliance to budget, schedule and program. Collaborate with key SME's to develop comprehensive pre-construction scoping and advanced project alignment to align funding and project calendarization.
• Oversee construction process by tracking progress and continuously monitoring contractors and vendors and adjust to ensure projects are successfully completed.
• Provide comprehensive oversight of all project aspects, including design, construction, legal, and financial elements.
• Identify and mitigate areas of risks associated with developments through contractual management.
• Prepare detailed reports and engaging presentations for clients and stakeholders to enhance clients’ development opportunities.

The qualifications.

• Engineering Degree, Architecture Degree or Construction Management Degree from an accredited college or university
• 6+ years development, owner’s representation, design or construction fields
• Experience working for an Owner's Facility Team or as a consultant is preferred. Construction cost estimating experience is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel
• Project and/or Primavera Scheduling Software.

Qualified individuals must either reside in or near Chicago, IL, or be willing to relocate to the area for this opportunity.

What makes us different?

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities.At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities.

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace.We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work.Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.

We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.

The compensation range reflects the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position across our offices in the following regions: CO, IL, OH, and MA. Please review theposition description for theapplicable geographic location. Generally, experienced hires are not hired at or near the maximum salary range, as compensation decisions take into account a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For early career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market-based starting salaries among individuals within the same hiring group. This approach ensures fairness and reflects current industry benchmarks for entry-level talent.

Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact, from any documents that you submit in connection with your application, information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation.

The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $130,000-$160,000