Jobs · Project Management · Illinois

Project Manager II

Pepper Construction Group · Chicago, IL · 2 mo ago
Project Management$100k–$120k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Field Supervision to establish priorities and ensure safety, quality, and schedule performance on interior projects
  • Lead fast-track tenant improvement and renovation work in occupied or operational environments
  • Manage preconstruction efforts including budgeting, estimating, and value engineering
  • Facilitate subcontractor bidding, leveling, and award processes
  • Negotiate subcontractor and material buyouts; develop and execute subcontracts
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules aligned with client occupancy milestones
  • Cookordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain tight timelines and high-quality finishes
  • Manage project documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost tracking
  • Forecast and manage project financial performance through completion
  • Lead punch list and closeout processes with precision and accountability
  • Build strong relationships and motivate teams through clear direction and collaboration
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, architects, and consultants
  • Mentor and develop junior project management staff
  • Communicate effectively across field teams, leadership, and clients
  • Promote a culture of accountability, urgency, and client service
  • Build and maintain relationships with brokers, property managers, architects, and repeat clients
  • Identify and pursue tenant improvement and interior renovation opportunities
  • Participate in client presentations and project interviews
  • Support efforts to secure repeat and negotiated work

Requirements

  • B.S. in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
  • 6+ years of construction management experience, with significant experience in interior construction, tenant improvements, or renovation work
  • Experience managing projects in occupied spaces with accelerated schedules
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills

Pay

The salary range for this position is between $100,000 - $120,000. We consider many factors when determining the actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, internal equity, and market demands.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans
  • A generous 401k match
  • A student loan repayment benefit
  • Paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days
  • Fully paid medical and parental leave
  • Mental health services

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