Construction Manager - Federal Sector - NDER Program

About the role

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering complex projects across the U.S. and worldwide. We are seeking a Construction Manager for a long-term opportunity based in Urbana, IL, supporting renovation projects throughout Central Illinois. This role focuses on MEP (HVAC & Controls) and lighting replacement projects within occupied facilities. Candidates should have 8+ years of construction management experience managing renovations, mechanical upgrades, and fit-outs for complex organizations. This position requires travel throughout Central Illinois for extended periods, with GSA per diem provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction management and owner's representative services for renovation and MEP projects in occupied facilities
• Manage project schedules, budgets, logistics, and communication with clients, contractors, and design teams
• Monitor construction activities for quality, code compliance, and contract requirements
• Review construction documents, submittals, schedules, RFIs, and change orders
• Conduct site visits, prepare field reports, meeting minutes, and project documentation
• Coordinate projects through construction, commissioning, and closeout
• Work primarily daytime hours with occasional second-shift support as project needs require

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience as a Project Manager, Construction Manager, Owner's Representative, or General Contractor
• Experience managing renovation, HVAC/mechanical upgrades, lighting replacement, and fit-out projects in occupied facilities
• Background working with government agencies, healthcare systems, universities, or other complex organizations
• Experience managing projects valued at $10 million or greater preferred
• Strong communication, organization, project management, and client coordination skills
• Experience with project scheduling, estimating, cost management, quality assurance, and construction administration
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore, Kahua, or similar construction management software
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Central Illinois, with possible overnight assignments
• Ability to provide a project list including project name, location, contract value, square footage, project scope, and individual role/responsibilities

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Full medical/dental insurance
• 401(K) plan