Senior Project Manager - Retail Construction

The Senior Project Manager will take full ownership of retail construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, overseeing schedules, budgets, subcontractor coordination, and client communication. This individual will work closely with Superintendents, ownership groups, and design teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with brand standards.

Client Details

My client is a general contractor located in the Chicago, IL. Over the past few years, they have expanded their presence across the Midwest significantly and have become more heavily involved in larger govement/federal projects. They pride themselves on the ability to take on any project type or complexity and deliver quality results. They work on both ground-up and renovation projects in various sectors. Creating a supportive culture is a key factor to their success, so the ideal candidate is someone who works hard and lift others up.

Description

* Manage client expectations, queries and project information flow.

* Timely final subcontractor reconciliation and billing, punchlist and all final closeout.

* Participate in developing best practices in project management and implement by leading by example.

* Develop detailed construction budgets.

* Develop construction schedules including milestones duration's and dependencies.

* Oversee progress relative to contract construction schedule.

* Schedule and document required government inspections during construction.

* Communicate daily with owners, tenant reps, construction managers, superintendents and project coordinators.

* Manage multiple projects as primary liaison with client.

* Review original estimates and analyze total proposal packages, proactive pre-job planning including: design development, conceptual estimating, scheduling, bidding, buyout, contracts, project team communications and team building.

* Timely handling of client and subcontractor issues, RFIs, change orders, pay applications, monthly cost analysis and reporting.

* Resolve any project issues identified in monthly meetings.

Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering
• Experience on mid to large size projects - Ground Up & Renovation Retail
• Experience with budgeting and creating GMPs
• 10+ years of experience preferred
• Proficient in ProCore, Bluebeam, CMIC
• Interpersonal communication
• Ability to adapt to ensure project success
• Valid drivers license REQUIRED
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Projects

Job Offer

• Salary based off of experience
• Healthcare plan
• 401k match up to 4%
• 3 week PTO
• Inclusive culture
• Company outings/events bimonthly
• Annual bonus
• Annual salary review
• Maternity and Paternity leave

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