Construction Manager
Brookfield Properties · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
Project Management$110k–$150k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Serve as the project team lead, driving execution and partnering cross-functionally with Property Management, Development, and Leasing.
- Oversee project reporting and budget forecasting, ensuring cost control and schedule optimization.
- Manage contract administration, including approvals of contracts, change orders, budgets, and vendor payments.
- Oversee performance and accountability of contractors and consultants.
- Oversee development, validation, and accuracy of construction budgets and estimates.
- Lead regional construction meetings and activity reporting, ensuring timely communication of project updates and performance.
- Provide technical guidance to property operations, tenant coordination, and leasing teams, including review of lease and construction plans.
- Champion and implement best practices across design and construction management ensuring compliance and alignment with department policies, procedure and standards.
Qualifications
- A High School Diploma or GED required.
- A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering required.
- 5-10 years of general contractor project management experience required.
- Experience in retail, restaurant, entertainment, hospitality, mixed-use construction environments is preferred.
- Experience with construction estimating, including conceptual budgeting.
- Proven ability to manage construction projects within an operating business environment.
- Proficiency in project management and scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Understanding of building materials, construction methods, and cost management principles.
- Knowledge of architectural design and documentation processes.
- Experience managing external contractors, including contract administration and performance oversight.
- Demonstrated ability to assess quality, identify issues early, and implement effective solutions.
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate teams and resolve conflicts effectively.
- Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Technical and engineering acumen to evaluate design integrity and construction best practices.