Senior Project Manager - Healthcare & Federal Projects

Strong Project Pipeline With Career Growth & Leadership Opportunity

Our client is an established general contractor with a strong presence in the Chicagoland market, delivering technically complex projects for healthcare systems and federal/public-sector clients. The company has built its reputation around quality execution, long-term client relationships, and a collaborative approach to project delivery.

Job Description

Manage healthcare and federal construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. Lead project teams including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field leadership. Maintain overall responsibility for project budget, schedule, quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Partner with preconstruction and estimating teams on budgeting, constructability reviews, value engineering, and project planning. Manage subcontractor procurement, buyout, scopes of work, contracts, and change orders. Develop and maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and key trade partners. Oversee RFIs, submittals, cost reporting, forecasting, pay applications, and project documentation. Identify project risks early and develop solutions to protect schedule and financial performance. Coordinate closely with Superintendents on logistics, sequencing, phasing, and field execution. Manage construction activities in occupied and operational healthcare environments. Ensure compliance with applicable federal requirements, owner standards, infection-control procedures, and project-specific security protocols. Mentor and develop junior project management staff. Lead owner meetings and provide clear reporting around schedule, budget, procurement, and project risks. Drive punch list, turnover, commissioning, and final project closeout.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

8-12+ years of commercial construction experience, with significant experience in project management. Proven track record delivering projects as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred. Experience with healthcare, federal, government, institutional, or other technically complex construction. Experience managing projects in occupied facilities is highly preferred. Strong understanding of construction contracts, cost controls, scheduling, procurement, and change management. Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams. Strong owner-facing communication and relationship-management skills. Proficiency with industry platforms such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project is beneficial. OSHA 30 preferred. ASHE Healthcare Construction Certificate (HCC) or healthcare-specific construction training is a plus. Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or other federal agencies is highly desirable. Familiarity with federal contracting requirements and USACE EM 385-1-1 is a plus.

What's on Offer

Annual performance bonus. Vehicle allowance or company vehicle, depending on company policy. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) with company match. Paid vacation, holidays, and PTO. Company-paid life and disability insurance. Professional development and continuing education opportunities. Long-term advancement into Project Executive / Operations leadership. Strong backlog of healthcare and federal work throughout the Chicagoland market.