Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

We are a family owned, financially strong, elite contractor located in northern Illinois. Established in 1928, we employ well-trained, motivated individuals whose goal is to treat everyone fairly. Together we build large, complex projects in both the public and private sectors including water and wastewater treatment, federal/military, commercial, and institutional. We produce the highest quality product possible, at the best possible value with a commitment to provide total customer satisfaction and an uncommonly pleasant construction experience.

• BS in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field.
• Comfortable working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 programs.
• Knowledge of Oracle/Primavera scheduling software
• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager

• Leadership skills such as collaboration; team building; communication; and strong conflict management and negotiation skills.
• Willingness to take responsibility for job performance

• Read and understand project plans and specifications.
• Prepare detailed scopes, negotiate and write Subcontracts and Purchase Orders for jobs.
• Develop and implement the project schedule for all aspects of work including the work of each trade and update the project schedule regularly.
• Manage the submittal process including preliminary review of submitted materials.
• Prepare any and all documentation required by the job owner – i.e. logs, forms, meeting minutes, etc.
• Identify, give proper notification, prepare and coordinate Owner Change Orders
• Run weekly project meetings with subs, suppliers and owner reps.
• Plan and schedule self- performed labor operations, prepare weekly Labor Projection Reports
• Represent Joseph J. Henderson & Son, Inc. professionally at meetings and in negotiations.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures established by the company, especially with regards to safety on the job.
• Working knowledge of the requirements of all trades.