Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

About Novak Construction
Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Chicago, Novak Construction is a premier national general contractor and construction management firm. We specialize in delivering complex, high‑profile projects across retail, institutional, healthcare, industrial, hospitality, and multi‑family/mixed‑use sectors. Our technical expertise, progressive management tools, and commitment to client satisfaction make us a trusted partner in the construction industry.

• Contract Administration: Implement contract terms in accordance with established policies and procedures. Participate in bidding, prepare contract documents, monitor compliance with submittals, and manage project close‑out.
• Cost Management: Track project costs throughout planning, design, and construction to stay within budget. Manage cost estimating, reporting, pay requests, cash flow analysis, change orders, and forecasts.
• Schedule Management: Monitor and manage project schedules to ensure timely completion. Identify major components, sequence activities, coordinate subcontractors and deliveries, and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Quality Management: Review, inspect, and test project systems, materials, and workmanship to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and standards. Oversee shop drawings, submittals, field inspections, material acceptance, and punch lists.
• Safety Management: Support Project Superintendent in implementing safety procedures, including jobsite safety plans, inspections, subcontractor insurance compliance, and OSHA compliance.
• Client Relations: Build and maintain strong, trust‑based client relationships. Communicate effectively, deliver exceptional service, and contribute to proposals and project materials as needed.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial construction, preferably large‑scale ground‑up or retail projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• Proficient in MS Office (MS Project desirable), Primavera, Bluebeam, Autodesk, Pro Core, or other contract management software.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, structural, civil, landscaping, and architectural plans, and their impact on cost, schedule, and performance.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with clients, owners, project teams, and field staff.
• Strong problem‑solving aptitude with the ability to identify issues and propose effective solutions.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Weekly allowances for auto, fuel, and mobile phone.
• Travel expenses covered in accordance with project requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Novak Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.