This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Construction Project Owner positions, roles that could drive successful project delivery across complex construction schedules, safety protocols, and stakeholder expectations. Construction Project Owners coordinate field operations, office-based planning and team leadership to keep projects moving from start to finish. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About the opportunity Roles of this type typically sit at the center of construction project delivery, managing the day-to-day execution of job schedules, budgets and safety compliance. You could work directly with field teams, subcontractors, clients and internal stakeholders to maintain momentum on multiple workstreams. The work could involve balancing real-time field conditions with planned sequences, managing change orders, ensuring regulatory and safety standards are met, and communicating progress to leadership and clients. Typical role overview

Location:

Chicago, Illinois, United States Type:

Contract

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Full-time Rate:

$560 - $800 per day

Experience:

5-10 years in construction project management or job ownership

Domain:

General contractor

• commercial or heavy civil construction What you would do Typical responsibilities could include: Managing day-to-day project execution, including scheduling, sequencing and resource allocation Leading and coordinating field teams, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain project timelines Monitoring budgets, tracking costs and managing change orders Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, building codes and regulatory requirements Conducting site inspections, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies Preparing and presenting progress reports, schedules and status updates to clients and leadership Managing stakeholder relationships, including clients, architects, engineers and internal teams Coordinating between office-based planning and field execution to resolve issues in real time What you could bring Most roles of this type require the following: 5-10 years of hands-on project management or job ownership experience in construction Proven track record managing commercial or heavy civil construction projects from planning through closeout Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, scheduling (e.g., Primavera, MS Project) and safety compliance Experience with budget management, cost tracking and change order administration Familiarity with building codes, OSHA regulations and industry safety standards Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to manage multiple stakeholders Field leadership experience and comfort working on-site in variable conditions Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field (or equivalent experience) Authorization to work in the United States Nice-to-have qualifications could include: DBIA (Design-Build Institute of America) certification or PMP (Project Management Professional) credentials Experience with heavy civil, infrastructure or industrial projects Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, Touchplan, etc.) Experience managing projects with budgets exceeding $10 million What roles of this type could offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Direct ownership of project delivery and the ability to see work move from start to finish Daily engagement with field teams, clients and leadership in a fast-paced, results-driven environment Exposure to varied project types and construction challenges across the Chicago market Potential for contract extension or transition to permanent roles, depending on performance and business needs Mentorship and collaboration with senior project leaders and executives Flexibility and autonomy in day-to-day decision-making within your project scope Professional development opportunities in construction management practices and emerging technologies About Specialist Staffing Group Specialist Staffing Group partners with leading construction, engineering and infrastructure organizations to find and place skilled professionals in contract and permanent roles. We focus on matching experienced project leaders, field managers, engineers and support staff with businesses where they can deliver impact and grow their expertise. How to register interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.