Senior Project Manager - Ground Up Light Industrial

Based in the Chicagoland area, we are a mid-sized general contractor with decades of industry excellence behind us. As a leader in Construction Management, Design-Build, and General Contracting, we pride ourselves on our employees and our quality of work. Our areas of specialization include light industrial, cold storage/food processing, and healthcare projects.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Project Manager for our Light Industrial division. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of light industrial construction projects, including subcontractor coordination, labor costs, material costs, and RFPs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all stages of the project life cycle, managing project development from initiation to closure.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, ensuring all parties meet project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
• Manage labor and material costs, ensuring the project adheres to budget limitations.
• Prepare and submit project estimates and RFPs, providing detailed and accurate cost projections.
• Establish effective project communication plans and ensure their execution.
• Monitor project progress continuously and make detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Identify and manage project risks, developing effective mitigation strategies.
• Implement and manage changes when necessary to meet project outputs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience in the construction industry.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in light industrial construction.
• Proven experience in subcontractor coordination, labor costs, material costs, and RFPs.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, and equipment.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines without compromising on quality.
• Proficiency in project management software tools.
• PMP or equivalent certification would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and quality standards in the construction industry.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with a variety of project stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and fantastic bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Outstanding company culture and work/life balance
• Hybrid work options
• Profit sharing

Pay

$125,000 - $175,000 per year