Project Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTitle: Project ManagerLocation: Downers Grove, IL
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Hire Type: Direct HireBenefits: Medical, Dental Vision, 401k
Job Duties:

• Lead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeout· Work closely with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budget· Participate in the proposal meeting with clients to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, provide value engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts & fees· Oversee subcontractor selection and buyout process for all trades and vendors· Identify and investigate opportunities to procure material and/or specialty equipment directly when advantageous to project budget or schedule· Work with Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work/contracts, project schedule, and site logistics plan· Lead preconstruction planning meetings with all designers, subcontractors and vendors aimed at solving potential constructability, sequencing, and/or manpower issues· Lead weekly/bi-weekly meetings on-site once construction begins to review progress and address challenges directly with client· Track and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports· Most importantly…find a way to make the construction process FUN for your clients, subcontractors, and vendors without sacrificing on QUALITY or SAFETY!!!

Qualifications:

• · BS in Engineering or related field· 5-7 years of construction management and/or engineering design experience· Previous experience leading design/build industrial, cold storage, food & beverage, advanced manufacturing, or data center projects strongly · Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.