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Construction Project Manager II

Related Midwest · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
Information Technology$122k–$152k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a primary interface with owner, architects, engineers, consultants and contractors.
  • Support management of the design development process, including participation in design coordination meetings, and resolution of design issues impacting scope.
  • Aid in cost estimating reviews, schedule reviews, constructability evaluations, and value engineering during design and preconstruction.
  • Support oversight of contractor procurement, including bid package reviews, RFI’s, proposal evaluations, and selection recommendations.
  • Participate in contractor progress meetings and site visits to monitor schedule, quality and overall performance.
  • Aid in monitoring project budgets, cost commitments, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Review pay applications, change orders, and cost proposals providing recommendations to project leadership.
  • Maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes, reports, correspondence, and project records.
  • Aid in preparing executive-level reports and presentations for leadership and owner stakeholders.
  • Monitor contractor compliance with contract requirements, regulatory conditions, and project specifications.
  • Aid in project closeout activities including punch list tracking, documentation review and turnover.
  • Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; Master’s degree or other advanced education is a plus.
    • 6–10 years of experience in construction management, owners representation, or related project management roles.
    • Experience supporting both design and construction phases of commercial, institutional, or large-scale urban infrastructure projects.
    • Working knowledge of design process, construction documentation, and coordination practices.
    • Ability to review and interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost reports.
    • Familiarity with construction delivery methods and contract structures.
    • Demonstrated ability in procurement processes bid evaluations, and contractor–architect/engineer coordination.
    • Experience in cost estimating, budgeting, schedule tracking, and change management practices.
    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage documentation and multiple priorities simultaneously.
    • Effective communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports for presentation to senior stakeholders.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management/document control tools (e.g. Prolog, PlanGrid, Autodesk).
    • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, permitting process, and quality control standards.
    • Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, LEED, and/or OSHA 30 a plus.

    Benefits

    • Personalized Health Care: Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program
    • Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs
    • Social Wellness: 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching
    • Career Development: Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities

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