Project Manager, Special Projects

ARCO a Family of Construction Companies•Downers Grove, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ARCO/Murray National Construction is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager with 1-5 years of experience to join their Special Projects team under the Tenant Solutions vertical in Downers Grove, IL. The Tenant Solutions team builds nationally and has a portfolio of entertainment or hospitality related tenant improvement and/or adaptive re-use projects. This role will focus on smaller, highly customizable special projects around the Chicagoland area, working with a team of Self-Perform Superintendents. The position will initially serve as a support role to the lead Special Projects Project Manager to facilitate acclimation to ARCO's methods.

Requirements

1-5 years of experience working for a commercial sub-contractor or general contractor is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to analyze, think critically, and problem-solve.
Demonstrated competency in effective negotiation and conflict resolution.
Flexibility to travel to client sites nationwide as needed.

Responsibilities

Support project management tasks as directed by the lead Special Projects PM.
Track COIs and meeting minutes.
Reach out to bid lists and compile bids.
Collaborate with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budgets.
Participate in proposal meetings with clients to review scope of work and assist in writing contracts.
Identify and investigate opportunities for direct procurement of materials or specialty equipment when beneficial to project budget or schedule.
Process field work orders, review and track submittals, write and track RFIs, process pay applications, manage change orders.
Understand and manage the change order process, including negotiating contracts and change orders.
Contribute to making the construction process enjoyable for clients, subcontractors, and vendors while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Benefits

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Traditional and Roth 401k
Company supported relocation
Tuition reimbursement for associates
Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
1-week paid volunteer leave each year
100% charitable match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Paid parental leave