Senior Project Manager

Reed Construction•Chicago, IL

54d•$125,000 - $165,000

About The Position

For over 130 years, Reed Construction, a family-owned construction firm, has been at the forefront of the industry in Chicago, and we are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead high-impact commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This project leadership role is responsible for driving project success, cultivating strong client relationships, and ensuring operational excellence across cost, quality, and schedule. Youll serve as a key member of the Owner-Architect-Contractor team and play a vital role in delivering extraordinary results. What Youll Do: Oversee the full project lifecyclefrom conceptual estimating and lump sum/GMP development to final delivery. Lead pre-construction and construction execution with a sharp eye on budget, timeline, and quality. Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts, scopes of work, and purchase orders with clarity and precision. Drive project profitability through rigorous cost controls, change order management, and margin forecasting. Facilitate project communication and accountability across all stakeholdersinternal and external. Coordinate subcontractor/vendor selection, bidding, and contract awards. Lead OAC meetings, set agendas, and ensure alignment across project partners. Build lasting relationships with clients and subcontractors by consistently going above and beyond. Simultaneously manage multiple projects, demonstrating technical expertise and strong field awareness.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects.
Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
Proven ability to lead project teams, mitigate risks, and drive high-quality outcomes.

Nice To Haves

BIM coordination, pull planning, and LEAN construction experience preferred.
Proficiency in Procore, Timberline, Microsoft Project, and related tools.

Responsibilities

Oversee the full project lifecyclefrom conceptual estimating and lump sum/GMP development to final delivery.
Lead pre-construction and construction execution with a sharp eye on budget, timeline, and quality.
Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts, scopes of work, and purchase orders with clarity and precision.
Drive project profitability through rigorous cost controls, change order management, and margin forecasting.
Facilitate project communication and accountability across all stakeholdersinternal and external.
Coordinate subcontractor/vendor selection, bidding, and contract awards.
Lead OAC meetings, set agendas, and ensure alignment across project partners.
Build lasting relationships with clients and subcontractors by consistently going above and beyond.
Simultaneously manage multiple projects, demonstrating technical expertise and strong field awareness.