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Project Manager - Retail/Commercial
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What they do
A Project Manager manages work on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Leads project teams, manages project budgets and schedules; manages contractors and communications with stakeholders. May manage projects in construction, information technology or in other industries.
$104,706 / year median in Illinois
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Strong Project Pipeline With Career Growth & Leadership Opportunity Impactful Work with a High Profile Client About Our Client Our client is a well-established general contractor with a strong reputation throughout the Chicagoland market. The company specializes in ground-up retail, commercial, mixed-use, and light industrial developments and has built a culture centered around repeat business, collaboration, and long-term employee growth. Job Description Manage all phases of construction projects from buyout through completion Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors Oversee project schedules, budgets, contracts, and procurement activities Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates Review and process change orders, RFIs, and submittals Ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers Support business development efforts and client relationships MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred 5+ years of project management experience with a general contractor Experience managing ground-up retail and commercial construction projects Strong understanding of budgeting, contracts, and scheduling Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar software Excellent communication and leadership skills What's on Offer Competitive base salary Annual performance bonus 401(k) with company match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance PTO and paid holidays Strong backlog of local projects
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance