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Construction Project Manager - Commercial

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: The Garrett Companies
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Operations Manager
  • Management
    Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Project Manager role is primarily responsible for the successful execution of construction activities required for successful completion of commercial projects. These tasks include a range of duties including scheduling, forecasting, budgeting, scope creation and management, site team coordination, problem solving, and detailed record keeping. It is expected that the Project Manager is a great communicator both written and verbally. This position requires a daily understanding of project activities and the ability to forecast.

Project Managers should be expert anticipators, keeping “reactive management” to a minimum. All reporting and documentation required for success and organization are expected.

Who You Are

You are detail oriented, and you carry a positive attitude into your daily tasks and meetings with your team members. When it comes to problem solving and finding creative solutions, you are relentless in your pursuit. Not only are you highly organized in managing your projects, but you also have a strong ability to anticipate future challenges and find solutions quickly.

You are driven to succeed and are looking for a long‑term place to grow your career with other like‑minded, hardworking individuals.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion
  • Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs
  • Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors
  • Select tools, materials and equipment and track inventory
  • Meet contractual conditions of performance
  • Review the work progress on daily basis
  • Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status
  • Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
  • Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses
  • Analyze, manage and mitigate risks
  • Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques
  • Provide training and education to any Garrett Companies personnel as needed to ensure a successful project.
  • Act as Mentor to Project Engineers to further and assist their professional growth
Requirements
  • Previous experience managing multi‑family construction projects.
  • Relentless problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to anticipate.
Travel Requirements
  • This position is a position that a times may travel to active project sites and markets within a specified region.
Why You Should Work With Us

At The Garrett Companies, we believe that through the relentless pursuit of excellence we can become the most successful multifamily development company in the country. We want to be the best, and we're unapologetic about it! We have been named the #1 fastest growing, privately held real estate company in the USA (Inc.
500, 2018). Not only that, but we’re also the best‑decorated team in the multifamily industry as a 100% certified Great Place to Work. With over 55 total awards, 30 national recognitions, and 8+ winning streak, we are passionate about the culture we foster and the team we choose to support it. If you want to grow your career with a nationally recognized and committed leader of excellence, then we encourage you to apply!

Initial

Training and Orientation
  • Standard Company orientation in Indianapolis

We appreciate the interest from recruitment agencies; however, we are not engaging agency services for this position at this time.

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