Construction Manager

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Construction Manager Job Description This is a short-term project involving the replacement of a material handling lift in a clean room pharmaceutical space. The Construction Manager will oversee and manage contractors, including supervisors, foremen, and trade leads, ensuring that all activities are conducted safely and efficiently. Responsibilities Oversee and manage contractors, supervisors, foremen, and trade leads. Monitor daily progress and coordinate trades to maintain the schedule. Provide safety oversight and collaborate with site safety personnel on permitting and compliance. Operate in and around active utility systems, including live energy environments. Complete daily reports using Microsoft Word and Excel. Document notes and photos to track progress and address any issues that may arise. Essential Skills Minimum of 5 years of construction management experience. OSHA 30 certification. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in pharmaceutical clean room environments is highly preferred. Candidates with food and beverage or electrical process/mechanical experience are considered. Commercial experience is not applicable for this role. A 4-year degree in engineering or construction management is advantageous but not required. Experience with Microsoft Projects is beneficial. Work Environment The project site is located in Kankakee, IL, within a clean room pharmaceutical space. Work hours are night shifts, 7 days a week, with 12-hour shifts from June 15 to July 26. The work environment includes a small on-site team, featuring an on-site Project Manager, Construction Manager, and Safety Manager. Additional temporary commissioning managers, safety support, and interns may join during shutdowns. This role offers flexible compensation and overtime hours, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking work and pay over the holidays. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Kankakee, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Kankakee,IL.

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