Commercial Interior Project Manager

Sargent & Lundy•Chicago, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy provides comprehensive consulting, engineering, design, and analysis for electric power generation and power delivery projects worldwide. With a highly professional and experienced staff solely dedicated to the energy business, we have the ability and know-how to take on the smallest tasks as well as the largest projects. We are seeking a project manager with commercial interiors construction experience who will manage the construction of our growing regional portfolio, including new buildouts and expansions.

Requirements

Bachelor of Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management, or related equivalent with eighteen (18) or more years of experience in managing corporate interior construction projects.
Advanced understanding of interior construction methods, MEP systems, IT/AV integration, access control systems, and systems furniture.
Working knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements.
Leadership skills to guide teams and build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, property managers, architects, contractors, and vendors.
Proficiency in reading and understanding construction drawings, shop drawings, and submittals.
Experience with project management tools, such as Asana, Procore, or Microsoft Project.
Capacity to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel (approximately 40%).

Nice To Haves

Space planning and AutoCAD skills are a plus but not required.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

Work with outside real estate brokers to identify and evaluate locations for new regional offices.
Manage project planning and scheduling, contractor engagement, and construction administration.
Collaborate with architects and MEP designers to develop construction drawings that meet our corporate standards.
Contract negotiation and procurement management for general contractors, architects, and other service providers.
Compile and report weekly project updates.
Proactively resolve construction and furniture issues.
Construction administration, including conducting weekly OAC meetings, on-site inspection of construction progress, final punch list walk downs, and project close-out.