Job Description

🏗️ Job Opportunity: Project Manager

📍 Location: Chicago, Illinois

💼 Full Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits

About Us

We are a nationally recognized industrial general contractor specializing in complex, large scale construction projects across the manufacturing, distribution, and heavy industrial sectors. Our success is driven by a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence . We are currently seeking an experienced Industrial Construction Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of a major industrial facility project in Chicago, IL .

Position Overview

As the Industrial Construction Project Manager , you will be responsible for managing all phases of project delivery — from preconstruction and procurement to scheduling, execution, and closeout. You will play a key leadership role in ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget , and to all applicable quality standards. This position requires hands-on experience in industrial construction environments , strong coordination skills, and the ability to lead cross functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day to day project operations including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management
• Manage industrial construction projects from design coordination through final turnover
• Work closely with Superintendents and field teams to ensure safe and efficient execution
• Lead preconstruction activities including scope reviews, constructability input, and bid package development
• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients, consultants, and trade partners
• Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules and cost reports
• Review construction documents and identify risks, conflicts, or cost impacts
• Process submittals, RFIs, change orders, and ensure all project documentation is accurate and current
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, safety, and quality compliance

Qualifications

• 5 plus years of project management experience in industrial construction
• Proven experience managing large scale builds such as manufacturing plants, distribution centers, or processing facilities
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, industrial systems, and heavy equipment installations
• Experience managing project budgets, subcontractors, and schedules
• Familiarity with Procore , Bluebeam , and project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with project based bonuses & ESOP
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401k
• Per diem and travel assistance , if applicable
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• A performance driven culture focused on safety, teamwork, and accountability

Ready to Build What Matters?

If you are an experienced Industrial Construction Project Manager looking to make an impact on high profile projects in Chicago, we want to hear from you. Apply now and join a team that builds with purpose.

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