Project Manager - Industrial Construction

Project Manager – Industrial Construction

Location: Chicago area

A commercial general contractor in the Chicago area is seeking an experienced Project Manager for warehouse, light industrial, and manufacturing work. This role suits someone with a strong industrial background who wants to lead well-run projects close to home.

What You'll Do
- Lead warehouse, light industrial, and manufacturing projects from preconstruction through closeout
- Own budgets, schedules, buyout, and change orders so every job stays on track
- Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners to keep everyone on the same page
- Partner closely with superintendents and field teams to solve problems before they grow
- Keep clients informed with clear, honest updates and reporting

What You Bring
- 10+ years of project management experience with a general contractor
- A solid track record on warehouse, light industrial, or manufacturing projects
- Strong command of budgets, schedules, contracts, and cost control
- A calm, organized approach and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Great communication skills with clients, subs, and your own team

What We Offer
Salary up to $150K, plus competitive benefits. You'll join a stable, respected general contractor with a steady pipeline of industrial work, a team that values experience, and room to grow.

Let's Talk
Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.