Construction Manager in Chicago

Job Description

Construction Manager | Commercial Shopping Centers | Owners Rep

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Location: Chicago, IL

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A retail developer is seeking a Construction Manager to join its Chicago headquarters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong commercial construction management experience looking to transition to the owner/developer side.

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What You'll Do

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• Manage shopping center redevelopments, tenant improvements, capital projects, and future ground up developments

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• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously from preconstruction through closeout

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• Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, and vendor payments

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• Coordinate with Development, Leasing, Property Management, and Tenant Coordination teams

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• Lead construction meetings and provide project reporting to executive leadership

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• Oversee the performance of contractors, consultants, and project teams

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What You Bring

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• 5+ years of commercial construction project management experience ideally with a GC background

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• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through closeout

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• Backgrounds in commercial, industrial, warehouse, healthcare, hospitality, mixed-use, or retail construction are all welcome (Retail is a plus)

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Travel and Environment

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• Approximately 25% travel

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• Typically 1–2 day trips once per week supporting projects across a portfolio

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• Full time in-office presence in Chicago office when not traveling

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Why Join

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• Opportunity to transition to the owner/developer side

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• Report directly to the SVP of Construction with strong executive visibility

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• Clear path for advancement into a Director-level role

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If this aligns with your background, please apply below or send your resume to Nbechan@rwr.com