Construction Project Manager
About The Position
Plante Moran Realpoint (PMR), an affiliate entity of Plante & Moran, PLLC (PM), provides fully integrated Program Management/Owners Representation and Real Estate Services exclusively to corporations and institutional organizations. We are seeking a dynamic and skilled builder professional with outstanding interpersonal skills to join our team and serve our senior living clients. This role involves overseeing large-scale projects or multiple programs of varying scope and scale. The ideal candidate will be adept at engaging with diverse clients and vendors, showcasing exceptional communication and technical abilities. They will be skilled in educating clients on risk factors, including preconstruction and the management of vendors and budgets. We are looking for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and excels at managing complex projects.
Requirements
- Engineering Degree, Architecture Degree, or Construction Management Degree from an accredited college or university
- 8+ years of building, design, and construction experience in project management, construction administration, or construction field management
- Construction field experience on large-scale residential, commercial, or institutional work and knowledge of construction best practices are required.
- Understanding of the design process that drives scope and budget development is required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Bluebeam, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project Scheduling Software.
- Qualified individuals must either reside in or near the Chicago area or be willing to relocate to these areas for this opportunity.
Nice To Haves
- Construction cost estimating experience is desirable.
- Experience with vertical construction is desirable.
- Experience with design or construction of senior living or multi-family housing is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Provide program leadership by working with existing clients.
- Collaborate directly with clients to oversee multiple vendors and client stakeholders involved in designing and constructing the program, including procuring vendors (A/E, constructor, etc.), managing the program to ensure adherence to budget and schedule, and aligning with project objectives.
- Advise on program risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Offer guidance on best practices and industry standards for contracting methods, program scheduling, and budget decisions.
- Provide advice on issue resolution in line with project objectives.
- Interact, coordinate, and communicate effectively with all levels of client management and support staff.
- Attend and participate in meetings with the client, architect, contractors, and other professional service providers.
- Review vendor invoices, billings, and pay applications to ensure compliance with the program budget and lender procedures.
- Evaluate design and construction issues, RFIs, and submittals throughout the construction of the program.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to clients as requested, including regular project updates.
- Work within an internal team to ensure the implementation and compliance of P&M and PMR policies and procedures on projects.
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- disability insurance
- life insurance
- Flexible Time Off
- various pre-determined holidays
- 401(k) plan
- flexible benefits plans
- business-related travel expense reimbursement
- lodging reimbursement for business-related use
- meal reimbursement for business-related use
- pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff
- discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
