Project Manager II (Tenant Interiors Market)

About the role

This is a great opportunity for a project manager to work on top-notch tenant interiors construction projects in the downtown and greater Chicago area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and/or lead preconstruction efforts on negotiated projects as required
• Prepare budgets and estimates, collaborate with estimating to solicit bids from qualified subcontractors/suppliers, write detailed scopes of work and qualify, review and evaluate bids to ensure required scopes are included, provide value design suggestions and work with the project team to implement revisions
• Negotiate, award and write all subcontracts in collaboration with Market Leader as required. Verify current master agreements, and ensure that an executed subcontract/work authorization and proper certificate of insurance are in place prior to subcontractors starting work on site
• Develop, monitor and maintain a detailed master schedule; clearly identify key preconstruction activities that impact the project teams; and clearly identify the critical path, and other activities such as owner move-in, inspections, and punchlist
• Communicate with Leopardo self-perform groups to enlist their involvement and strengthen the project team
• Manage the shop drawing/submittal schedule and process to ensure accuracy and compliance with contract documentation; monitor and distribute as required for coordination purposes
• Coordinate and conduct required meetings (e.g., pre-job, weekly construction meetings, post-job, and project closeout). Prepare and distribute meeting minutes with the Project Assistants support
• Collaborate with the Superintendent to facilitate subcontractor/vendor coordination, ensure required inspections are performed and deficiencies are addressed, enforce quality control procedures and safety inspection performance, review the project punchlist, and obtain a certificate of occupancy
• Review closeout documentation for accuracy and submission
• Coordinate warranty calls on completed projects
• Review job costs, billings, and pencil draws for pay applications. Review and approve invoices for any goods purchased directly by Leopardo for general conditions work
• Collaborate with the Market Leader to establish, monitor, and achieve project goals and prepare profit projections
• Build, strengthen and maintain relationships with clients/owners, architects, developers, and subcontractors. Establish repeat client relationships
• Participate in industry associations, actively promote Leopardo, and network to exchange information and gain insight about construction trends, the competition and industry/market trends
• Participate in presentations and interviews for new potential projects
• Affiliate with recruiting efforts as required
• Mentor, train and evaluate less-senior project management staff and other staff members as required
• Participate in cross-functional teams outside of direct span of control within the main Company divisions (e.g., Total Quality Management)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or University in construction, engineering or architecture related fields or equivalent training and related experience
• 5+ years experience as a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager with estimating experience and a clear understanding of the business side of construction; field experience is a plus
• Experience with tenant interiors construction in Chicago
• Comprehensive understanding of each phase of the construction process, including architectural design and blueprinting, and a knowledge of the market/industry
• Proven record of success on mid-sized and/or multiple small-sized projects
• Thorough understanding of construction technologies such as: scheduling software, financial comprehension, digital model navigation; ability to read and understand blueprints is a must
• Proficiency with project management and accounting software; ACC Build is a plus

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of construction technologies and tools

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Vision Program
• Short term/long term disability
• 401k + matching plan
• Grossly generous PTO including Paid Holidays and Volunteer PTO, Time & Donation Matching
• Identify theft protection
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group accident insurance, legal services, pet insurance, 529 College Savings Plan

Pay

Target base salary range: $98-120k. This position is eligible for annual discretionary bonus and vehicle allowance.

Schedule

Full-time position