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Senior Project Manager; Aviation Construction Market

Job in Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois, 60179, USA
Listing for: Leopardo Construction
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Estimator, Construction Manager/ Foreman, Procurement / Purchasing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The aviation group at Leopardo is growing and is looking for a senior project manager to grow with us. This is a great opportunity for a project manager with experience managing construction projects in the aviation industry to join a dynamic team.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will take charge of overall administration, execution, and completion of complex and/or large-sized projects. This can include project development and overseeing the organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. As a Senior PM you will also monitor productivity and profitability, manage communication between teams, resolve conflicts, and cultivate client & A/E relationships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Support preconstruction efforts:
    • Assist in preparation of budgets and estimates
    • Provide value design suggestions and work with the project team to implement revisions
    • Solicit, qualify, review, and evaluate bids from qualified subcontractors to ensure required scopes are included
  • Prepare and incorporate general conditions work into overall budget
  • Coordinate permit applications for review/approval and submittal
  • Coordinate with leader to establish and monitor project goals and prepare project projections
  • Negotiate, award, and write all subcontracts in collaboration with leader
  • Complete bid/post-bid subcontractor risk mitigation management
  • Develop and maintain a detailed schedule including:
    • Key preconstruction activities impacting project teams
    • Identified critical path
    • Owner move-in, inspections, and punch list
  • Prepare comprehensive cost estimates
  • Review job costs, billings, and pencil draws for pay applications with the Principal-in-Charge/Market Leader as required
  • Review and approve invoices for any goods purchased directly by Leopardo for general conditions work.
  • Manage shop drawing/submittal schedule as well as requests for information (RFI’s) and change order processes
  • Coordinate and conduct required meetings
  • Ensure required inspections are performed and enforce quality control procedures and safety inspections
  • Review closeout documentation, job costs, billings, and pencil draws
Additional Responsibilities
  • Build and nurture relationships with clients/owners, architects, developers, and subcontractors
  • Actively promote Leopardo and network within industry
  • Assist in recruiting and training efforts as required
  • Advise project teams which may include Superintendent, Project Manager, Project Assistant, Project Accountant, Project Engineer and/or Interns.
Education/Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or architecture related fields or equivalent training and related experience
  • 10+ years in progressively responsible role with extensive estimating experience and an understanding of the business side of construction; field experience is a plus
  • Experience working on aviation construction projects strongly preferred
  • Proven record of success on large and/or complex projects
  • Deep understanding of each phase of the construction process, including architectural design and blueprinting, and a knowledge of the market/industry
  • Significant training and experience with cutting edge technology, processes, and procedures that produce accurate, efficient results;
    Viewpoint is a plus
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations >

Valid driver’s license. OSHA 30 Hour certification and LEED GA accreditation are a plus. Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
  • Vision Program
  • Short term/long term disability
  • 401k + matching plan
  • Generous PTO including Paid Holidays and Volunteer PTO, Time & Donation Matching
  • Identity theft protection
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Group accident insurance, legal services, pet insurance, 529 College Savings Plan

Leopardo considers many factors when determining actual salary including…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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