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Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Consertus-US
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

About this Role

As a Project Manager, you will supervise, direct and coordinate the planning, design and construction activities, including direct liaison with the owner, designers and contractors regarding cost, schedule, quality and contract administration. This role will include on‑site work during preconstruction and construction phases of a project and the candidate must be able to independently manage one or more small to medium‑sized projects with low to medium complexity.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cost Management:
    Monitors project costs during all project phases with limited supervision, assists supervisory staff in managing project budget and cash flow analysis, prepares and/or reviews cost estimates with limited supervision, understands the contractor billing and change order process, reviewing these documents with limited help from supervisor.
  • Schedule Management:
    Understands the project schedule and works to ensure on‑time completion from design and construction team, creates schedules using scheduling software with limited help from supervisor concerning activity linkage, takes initiative when schedule concerns arise, prepares make‑up schedules to get work back on track, manages the project close‑out process.
  • Quality Management:
    Assures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner, performs reviews with limited help from supervisor to ensure construction details are quality focused and drawings are coordinated, performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met.
  • Contract Administration:
    Prepares and maintains documentation and project reports as required, works with governmental agencies to obtain proper permits, inspections and occupancy certificates, manages hours for each task to ensure the amount allocated in the contract is not exceeded.
  • Client Relations and Business Development:
    Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business, may assist with marketing and business development activities, may attend evening board meetings dependent upon client.
Qualifications/Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field preferred.
  • 5‑10+ years of experience.
  • Experience working in the K‑12, Municipal, or Healthcare space required.
  • Experience with Capital Programs and Construction Project Management required.

    Proven experience in Owner Representation services preferred.
Compensation Range

$100,000 - $150,000 full‑time position.

What’s In It For You
  • Company‑paid life and disability insurance.
  • Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans.
  • 401(k) with day‑one eligibility. Company matches dollar for dollar up to the first 3% of your contributions and 50% for the next 2% after that.
  • Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25.
  • Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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