Project Manager, Capital Projects

The Scion Group•Chicago, IL

7h•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager, Capital Projects manages capital projects from inception through completion, ensuring successful execution, accuracy, and progress while maintaining compliance with Venture expectations and contractual deadlines. The role coordinates project planning, scheduling, cost analysis, communication, bidding and contracting compliance, change orders, project variance reporting, and contractor payments. The position is based at The Scion Group’s Chicago corporate headquarters and requires willingness and ability to travel 50% or more annually. Working hours are standard daytime business hours.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management and supervisory experience.
Willingness and ability to travel 50% or more in a year.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment and quickly reprioritize.
Values and fosters a sensitive and supportive approach to a diverse working and living environment.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.

Nice To Haves

College graduate or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field.
Project management and supervisory experience in student housing or a similar multi-family sector.
Corporate office experience.
Strong communication, planning, problem-solving, and persistence.

Responsibilities

Manage capital projects to ensure capital spending plans are executed and applicable mandated or contractual deadlines, budgets, warranty standards, and quality standards are met.
Plan and schedule projects and conduct cost analysis for each project.
Communicate project scope, status, and schedule in a timely and effective manner to appropriate corporate and property personnel.
Ensure compliance with Venture governance expectations for bidding and contracting.
Review change order requests and obtain company approval before proceeding.
Investigate project variances, submit variance reports, and communicate key insights to the Director, Capital.
Work closely with the Accounts Payable department on contractor payments and final lien waivers.