Construction Manager | Chicago Developer | 2-3 days WFH

Downtown Chicago | Hybrid Flexibility | National Developments

Flowtec Construction is partnered with a well-established, vertically integrated real estate developer based in downtown Chicago. The company develops and operates multifamily, mixed-use and commercial projects across several national markets.

This opportunity is specifically suited to a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager from a general contractor who wants to transition to the ownership and development side.

The business is an established Chicago-based developer with an integrated platform spanning acquisitions, development, construction and property management. Its portfolio includes ground-up multifamily, mixed-use, commercial, adaptive reuse and renovation projects located across the United States. The team operates in a collaborative, low-ego environment where construction professionals work directly alongside experienced development leaders. The position is based in downtown Chicago and offers hybrid flexibility.

• Represent ownership throughout the development and construction lifecycle
• Support the delivery of large ground-up multifamily, mixed-use and commercial developments
• Manage relationships with general contractors, architects, engineers and third-party consultants
• Review drawings for constructability, code compliance, budgeting and operational considerations
• Coordinate design development, permitting, utilities, municipal approvals and entitlements
• Assist with bid packages, contractor selection, bid analysis and GMP negotiations
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, procurement and overall risk
• Review change orders, payment applications, owner draws and cost reporting
• Conduct site visits and hold contractors accountable for quality, schedule and contractual requirements
• Provide project updates to internal leadership, lenders and investment partners
• Coordinate project closeout and turnover to the property management team
• Travel periodically to developments across the company’s national portfolio
• Become increasingly involved in the financial and strategic sides of real estate development

You are likely working as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager for a general contractor and have built a strong foundation in construction delivery. You understand how projects are built, but you now want greater involvement in the decisions that shape them.

• Approximately 5 to 10 years of experience with a general contractor, construction manager or real estate developer
• Experience managing ground-up multifamily, mixed-use or commercial construction
• Strong understanding of drawings, contracts, budgets, schedules, change orders and owner draws
• Experience coordinating architects, engineers, subcontractors and other project stakeholders
• A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Development or a related field
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
• The ability to travel to project sites when required
• A genuine interest in building a long-term career in real estate development. Multifamily experience is preferred, but strong candidates from other ground-up commercial sectors will also be considered.

• Make a genuine transition from general contracting into real estate development
• Work across the full lifecycle of nationally located developments
• Gain exposure to site evaluation, entitlements, financing and development strategy
• Join an integrated platform where development, construction and property operations work together
• Receive direct mentorship from experienced development professionals
• Work from a downtown Chicago office with hybrid flexibility