Project Manager-construction

Location - Chicago,IL -

Job Type
- Contract 12 months

• Ability to multi-task and work both in a team and independently.
• Ability to review and interpret plans and specifications from schematic design/design phase through construction drawings.
• Ability to travel 30-40%
• Ability to understand all aspects of construction projects effectively and efficiently including, but not limited to budgeting, scheduling, construction and close-out
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in construction and project management with knowledge of construction disciplines (civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical).
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to successfully communicate with architects, contractors, client’s representatives, and team members

• Manage multiple projects at various construction stages and assist with multiple assignments
• Develop scope and schedule for assigned projects.
• Coordinate and track all Vendor RFP’s.
• Issuing invite to bids, performing bid leveling and recommendations for contract award.
• Conduct and document all weekly meetings including pre-bid/pre-construction meetings and weekly OAC calls
• Manage all negotiations with the general contractor and consultants. Act as the client liaison during weekly/bi-weekly field visits and on-site support.
• Coordinate activities of sub-contractors
• Prepare/update project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices, Pay Applications, update tracking reports and maintain files for due diligence and financials.
• Measure project performance and schedule against base plan for potential cost escalations.
• Timely close-out process including punch-list completion, warranty documentation and fulfillment, as-built drawings and schedule.
• Maintain accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation.
• Function as the liaison for Corporate Real Estate with Aon Technology.

Decommissioning of offices