Project Manager - Construction

Job Title:
Field Project Manager – Construction

Locations:

• Chicago, IL – Zip Code 60164
• Chicago, IL – Zip Code 60447

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: $52/hour
Experience

Required:

3–5 years
Interview Process: 1-hour Zoom panel interview

The Project Manager is responsible for managing construction-related projects of varying size and complexity from initiation through completion. This role partners closely with business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with performance, budget, and quality expectations.

• Lead multiple construction projects from inception through completion
• Facilitate project planning sessions with internal stakeholders to define scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Establish project performance goals in collaboration with business stakeholders
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, schedules, and milestones
• Track and report performance against established goals and timelines

• Monitor and communicate project status to project teams, sponsors, and stakeholders
• Coordinate and lead project meetings
• Identify, track, and resolve project issues in collaboration with internal teams and external partners

• Identify and manage project risks using quality and risk management tools
• Develop alternative solutions to mitigate project risks and challenges
• Plan and monitor project budgets and support invoice tracking
• Conduct research and analysis to support project planning and execution

• Maintain accurate project documentation, notes, databases, and records
• Monitor project metrics and communicate updates to Project Sponsors and stakeholders
• Document lessons learned and share best practices across teams

• Identify and assign appropriate resources to support project tasks
• Guide and coach team members throughout project phases
• Provide ongoing feedback and developmental support

• 3–5 years of construction project management experience
• Prior field-based construction project management required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.