Project Manager

Redmond Construction•Chicago, IL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for leading complex construction projects while taking on increased ownership of client relationships, financial performance, and team leadership. This role serves as a key driver of both project success and business growth, actively contributing to business development efforts, client pursuits, and long-term relationship building. The Project Manager II oversees budgets, forecasting, contracts, and risk management, while ensuring projects are executed efficiently and aligned with company standards. In addition to managing project delivery, this role mentors and develops junior team members, supports team performance, and helps drive consistency in processes and best practices. Success in this role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to balance project execution with client engagement and strategic growth initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum of six (6) years of experience successfully managing complex, high-value corporate interior projects
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
Demonstrated proficiency in project scheduling, scope development, contract review, financial oversight, and risk management
Proven ability to foster client retention, build strong relationships, and lead collaborative, high-performing teams
Exceptional people management skills, with a high level of engagement and an empathetic, team-centered leadership approach
Demonstrate strong integrity by consistently following through on commitments, taking ownership of decisions, and upholding responsibility for overall project success while serving as a reliable leader for junior staff.

Responsibilities

Consistently model and reinforce our core values of empathy, perseverance, integrity, and curiosity through your decision-making and execution.
Manage and grow strong, positive relationships with clients, project partners, architects, end users, and owners
Participate in business development efforts
Take initiative on new business development opportunities, lead generation, and pursuits
Build confidence in interviewing, presenting, and pitching to prospective clients
Represent the company at kickoff, mid-project, and closeout gatherings to strengthen relationships and leave a lasting impression
Maintain proactive, clear, and professional communication with project partners, prioritizing verbal communication followed by written documentation
Manage project issues by presenting both the problem and potential solutions to your Team Lead
Deliver performance feedback and contribute to formal reviews for direct reports
Delegate effectively, oversee workload balance, and provide support to junior staff
Provide mentorship, oversight, and support to Project Engineers and Project Coordinators
Participate in onboarding and training for new team members; present ongoing process improvement and best-practice trainings
Serve as the final point of accountability, ensuring all project requirements are completed accurately and to standard, with full ownership of team performance and deliverables.
Observe the prime contract process
Participate in Trade Partner selection, interviews, awards, and buyouts
Participate in creation of Scopes of Work, Exhibit A documents, and the Schedule of Values for all Work Orders
Monitor project financial performance: oversee budgets, manage contingency, allowances, and general requirements, and ensure alignment with profit goals
Ensure timely delivery of accounting questionnaires, pencil draw submissions, and change order/claims approvals
Manage claims, financial reconciliation, and closeout processes, including contingency resolution and Day 2 work planning
Oversee job cost details and financial forecasting; manage cost recovery, GRs, contingency, and allowances.
Accurately develop and manage monthly project profit forecasts independently.
Manage multiple tasks with the assistance of your Team Lead
Participate in initial project setup, including permitting, project folder creation, and schedule development in partnership with the Superintendent
Participate in kickoff meetings to align team members on expectations, procurement strategy, schedule, profit targets, and responsibilities
Maintain comprehensive awareness of project milestones, deliverables, and critical path items
Estimate a project with approval from Team Lead & Preconstruction actively mentor junior staff throughout each phase of the process, while consistently identifying and creating opportunities to support their growth and development.
Effectively manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently, demonstrating strong organizational, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
Seamlessly assume responsibility for projects at any stage, quickly assessing status, identifying priorities, and driving successful outcomes.
Maintain strong understanding of project financial structure and job cost details (implicit in job cost & recovery responsibilities)
Apply sound construction and operational judgment during estimating, buyout, and financial oversight activities
Demonstrate deep construction expertise and serve as a trusted resource for trade-specific questions and detailed guidance for junior staff.
Assist with daily field operations under direction of Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent
Support tracking of daily work activities and production progress
Help maintain site organization, cleanliness, and basic safety standards
Observe trade activities and report progress or issues to field leadership
Assist in verifying work is being performed in accordance with drawings and specifications
Participate in site walks to gain understanding of project execution
Document field conditions, issues, and completed work
Support implementation of established field processes and procedures
Assist with manpower tracking and daily reporting
Promote accountability by following direction and completing assigned tasks reliably
Assist in maintaining short-term schedules and lookahead plans
Support coordination of deliveries, material staging, and site access
Track progress of critical activities and report delays
Assist with pull planning and coordination meetings
Help identify potential risks or conflicts and communicate to leadership
Support alignment of daily field activities with project schedule
Assist in documenting schedule impacts and field changes
Coordinate with trades on daily work plans as directed
Maintain logs related to deliveries, manpower, and site activities
Support execution of site logistics plans
Support project execution from mobilization through closeout
Assist with communication and coordination with trade partners and vendors
Attend coordination and progress meetings and document key takeaways
Help track and distribute project updates, RFIs, and field communications
Maintain organized project records and documentation
Support closeout activities such as punch lists and turnover documentation
Develop professional working relationships with project stakeholders
Ensure timely communication of field information to project team
Represent Redmond Construction professionally in daily interaction
Assist with trade partner coordination and daily oversight
Track trade partner work progress and report performance concerns
Support documentation for change orders and field directives
Help monitor material usage and deliveries
Assist in identifying scope gaps or inconsistencies in the field
Support cost tracking through daily reports and field data collection
Maintain organized records of field-related cost impacts
Build positive working relationships with trade partners
Manage quality control process to ensure inspections are successful
Perform basic field inspections under supervision
Verify installed work aligns with drawings and specifications
Assist with third-party inspections and testing coordination
Maintain organized quality documentation and logs
Support punch list tracking and closeout activities
Promote attention to detail and quality in daily work
Follow all company safety policies and jobsite requirements
Assist in conducting safety walks and identifying potential hazards
Attend safety meetings and toolbox talks
Report unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately
Support documentation of safety observations and incidents
Reinforce safe work practices through personal example
Assist with maintaining safety records and logs
Promote a safety-first mindset in daily activities
Demonstrate willingness to learn and take direction from field leadership
Support team coordination and communication efforts
Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Seek feedback and apply coaching to improve performance
Support onboarding of new team members when applicable
Contribute to a collaborative and respectful team environment
Support the company's mission and vision by upholding its culture, values, and expectations in all actions and decision-making.
Support collection of project data, photos, and updates for internal use
Assist with documentation for proposals or marketing materials as needed
Follow company processes, tools, and standards
Participate in company initiatives when assigned
Share observations and lessons learned with project team
Represent Redmond Construction professionally on-site
Contribute to maintaining a positive company image through daily actions