Project Manager

SKENDER GROUP LLC•Chicago, IL

4d•$115,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Project Manager who is ready to take their career to the next level. This role is foundational to our Operations team, driving projects forward and ensuring they are completed safely, on time, on budget, and with exceptional quality. Working closely with Senior Project Managers and Project Executives, you’ll take ownership of your projects from preconstruction through closeout, partnering with owners, architects, trade partners, and your internal teams every step of the way. Skender is a construction firm with two locations, Chicago and Indianapolis, and nearly 400 employees. They have been recognized with 30 best-place-to-work awards and are driven by core values: Proactive, Refreshing, and True Partner.

Requirements

4 year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or another construction-related field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the built construction world
Proactive and pleasant communication habits with internal and external stakeholders
Strong documentation tendencies – organized, prompt, and meticulously detailed
Understanding of contract language as it relates to construction activities and planning
Advanced knowledge of project management and scheduling software for estimating and project management
Proficient in building construction components and systems for conceptual budgets
Fluency in the bidding process based on contract documents
Strong understanding of quantity take-offs, qualification of subcontractor bids, scheduling, general conditions, and any project constraints or coordination issues
Uses production management principles based on Lean philosophies, and coaches team members on best practices of Lean philosophy
Possesses a fundamental understanding of planning phase schedules, lookahead schedules, and the key concepts of the last planner system
Understands planned percent complete (PPC) to track daily tasks

Responsibilities

Provide guidance and ensure compliance for your team’s project documentation, carefully review contract documents and shop drawings, oversee document control entities, lead preconstruction efforts, and track + communicate milestones throughout the project life cycle
Partner with field staff to plan and budget for project phasing, logistics, and safety
Develop and maintain the project master schedule in collaboration with field teams
Review and submit project budgets, bids, and change orders promptly, ensuring proper documentation and alignment with client expectations
Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and trade partners to ensure clear communication and collaboration through the project lifecycle
Mentor and guide Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, fostering their growth and ensuring expectations are met for both clients and internal stakeholders
Track and communicate key project milestones, keeping all stakeholders informed, engaged, and confident in project progress