Construction Project Manager
Job Description
Seeking Construction Project Management opportunities in commercial real estate, tenant improvements, and capital projects.
Responsibilities:
Review architectural designs, space plans, site plans, details, and permit drawings.
Manage the architectural project pipeline by tracking projects, maintaining daily project logs, providing status reports, and reducing project backlog to achieve 90% completion calendar success.
Develop and manage project timelines and track project costs.
Expedite tenant build-outs by coordinating cost estimates, permits, inspections, and required approvals.
Meet with contractors and vendors, obtain multiple bids, conduct value engineering, negotiate contracts, and prepare change orders.
Prepare and submit documents to cities and municipalities, and work with local, city, and state agencies to ensure code compliance.
Conduct preliminary reviews of lien waivers and document disputes or potential disputes involving tenants, contractors, and vendors.
Coordinate tenant build-outs with leasing staff, property managers, and prospective tenants, and assist with tenant move-ins and move-outs.
Perform field measurements and inspect parking decks, parking structures, rooftops, roofing, copings, and flashing.
Oversee contractors and subcontractors and follow up on signage submittals.
Manage antenna and cabling projects.
Consult on energy efficiency opportunities and assist with interior and exterior design layouts.
Identify and source new vendors and contractors.
Requirements:
Knowledge of City of Chicago and suburban building codes and permitting procedures.
Excellent negotiation skills with contractors and vendors.
Experience coordinating multiple commercial construction and tenant improvement projects.
Ability to review architectural drawings, site plans, and permit documents.
Experience managing project timelines, costs, contractors, and vendors.
Ability to obtain permits, coordinate inspections, and ensure code compliance.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain project logs and reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project or similar software may be required.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
