Title: Construction Project Manager
Location: Aurora, IL

Overview:
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Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
Pay /Bonus: $100,000-$130,000 plus bonus

Job Summary:
The Project Manager represents the Company with professionalism, delivering exceptional service that consistently surpasses customer expectations. As a proactive leader, the PM thrives in a collaborative team environment, taking full ownership of projects from start to finish across all departments. Acting as the central source of project knowledge, the PM fosters a culture of high performance, champions company and departmental initiatives, and ensures accountability—both personally and within the team—to achieve outstanding results.

The Project Manager oversees all phases of construction projects, managing contracts, schedules, risks, submittals, collections, cost, and quality. They coordinate efforts across internal departments, subcontractors, architects/engineers, and customers to ensure successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Project Planning & Risk Management: Analyze bid documents and project scope to identify risks and unusual requirements. Coordinate planning meetings early to streamline processes and minimize costs.
•    Scheduling: Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring milestone alignment with customer needs and internal goals. Maintain accountability to meet deadlines and ensure profitability.
•    Reporting: Provide weekly updates to the Director of Project Management, flagging risks to profits, efficiency, or legal exposure.
•    Contracts & Change Orders: Administer contracts, negotiate terms with clients and subcontractors, and manage change orders, ensuring compliance and proper documentation.
•    Billing & Collections: Support monthly billing, confirm accuracy, and ensure timely collections, including retention.
•    Customer Relations: Act as the primary liaison with the client, fostering strong relationships and ensuring a high-quality experience and outcome.
•    Closeout: Oversee final project completion, including punch list items and document submission. Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and process improvements.

Education & Experience Requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil or Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field—or equivalent industry experience.
•    4–5 years of project management experience in the commercial construction sector.
•    Strong professional presence with the ability to represent the company effectively among industry peers.
•    Proficient in reading and interpreting construction documents and shop drawings.
•    Skilled at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
•    Highly proficient with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; familiarity with AutoCAD, Tekla, and Trimble products is a plus.
•    Must be able to travel to and navigate plant and job site environments.
•    Capable of occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
•    Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, and dusty environments.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.