Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, business, or related field preferred.
Five or more years of commercial construction project management experience.
Experience managing projects through the full construction lifecycle.
Strong knowledge of construction contracts, drawings, specifications, scheduling, estimating, procurement, and cost control.
Ability to lead multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced project environment.
Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency with construction management, scheduling, estimating, and Microsoft Office software.
Responsibilities
Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout and warranty.
Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and execution plans.
Coordinate with Superintendents on field operations, logistics, safety, and quality.
Manage communications with owners and design teams, including meetings and issue resolution.
Review project documents to identify risks and coordination requirements.
Lead subcontractor procurement, including bid evaluation and contract negotiation.
Monitor project financial performance, including costs, billings, and profitability.
Benefits
Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members.
Engagement in diverse commercial construction projects across various sectors.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Focus on safety and compliance with industry regulations.
Full Job Description
Project Manager
Chicago, IL
POSITION SUMMARY
Powers & Sons Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Chicago, Illinois office. The Project Manager will lead the planning and execution of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring each project meets its safety, quality, schedule, financial, and client-service objectives.
This position serves as the primary point of coordination between owners, architects, engineers, trade partners, field leadership, and internal project teams. The successful candidate will be a proactive leader who can manage complex project details, build strong relationships, anticipate risk, and maintain accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction and procurement through construction, closeout, and warranty.
Develop, maintain, and manage project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and overall project execution plans.
Coordinate closely with Superintendents to align field operations, manpower, logistics, safety, quality, and project sequencing.
Manage owner and design-team communications, including progress meetings, reporting, decision tracking, and issue resolution.
Review project documents, contracts, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work to identify risks, gaps, and coordination requirements.
Lead subcontractor and supplier procurement, including scope development, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, and award recommendations.
