Senior Project Manager - GC

Senior Project Manager - GC

$160000 - $200000 per year | Mount Prospect, IL | On-site | Permanent

GC - Senior Project Manager | Construction Industry | Mount Prospect, IL | 160k-200k DOE

A bit about us:

We are a growing and well-established general contractor with projects spanning multiple markets across the United States. Our team is built on collaboration, accountability, safety, and delivering exceptional results for our clients. We take pride in maintaining long-standing relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, and industry partners while fostering an environment where employees are empowered to lead and grow their careers.

Why join us?

Opportunity to lead high-profile commercial and civil construction projects

Stable pipeline of work and long-term growth opportunities

Collaborative culture that values innovation and problem-solving

Direct involvement in project planning, execution, and client relationships

Strong leadership team committed to employee development

Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off

Opportunity to mentor and develop future construction leaders

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee multiple construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. This leadership role is responsible for overall project performance, financial management, scheduling, contract administration, safety oversight, quality control, and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background working for a general contractor and experience managing complex commercial, infrastructure, or heavy civil construction projects.

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of project execution including planning, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, safety, and closeout

Participate in preconstruction activities including estimating, budgeting, value engineering, and constructability reviews

Manage project financials, forecasts, cost controls, billing, and profitability

Supervise and mentor Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and other assigned project staff

Partner closely with Superintendents to ensure successful field operations, project safety, quality assurance, and schedule performance

Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations, contract administration, and performance

Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors

Negotiate change orders, resolve contract issues, and facilitate project-related dispute resolution

Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget objectives

Ensure compliance with project specifications, regulatory requirements, EEO initiatives, and subcontracting requirements where applicable

Collaborate with leadership and fellow Project Managers to identify solutions and continuously improve project delivery processes

Support project closeout activities including final documentation, punch-list completion, and client turnover

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline preferred

10+ years of Project Management experience with a General Contractor

Experience managing commercial, public works, infrastructure, heavy civil, or design-build construction projects

Proven ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and project teams

Strong understanding of scheduling, budgeting, project controls, contract administration, and risk management

Experience negotiating subcontract agreements and owner change orders

Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and client relationship skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, Procore, project management software, and related construction…