Associate Project Manager Jobs in Champaign, IL (NOW HIRING)

Project Manager – Drive Glass and Glazing Excellence with BVB Glass

Job Overview:

• Company: BVB Glass
• Salary/Pay Rate: $70,000 to $90,000 per year plus Annual and Performance Bonuses
• Location: Champaign, IL (Onsite)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Government/Federal Glass and Glazing

The Opportunity:

You will take complete ownership of glass and glazing projects transitioned from the estimating team, successfully steering them from submittals to final closeout. By directing critical resources and serving as the primary point of contact for external contractors, you will directly safeguard the profitability, safety, and quality of our regional footprint. This role offers an exceptional runway to elevate your construction management career within a stable, 90-year industry leader that actively values your individual contribution.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Conduct thorough front-end project reviews with the estimating team to align on costs, timelines, and specialized material requirements.
• Prepare and manage comprehensive front-end submittal documents to secure prompt client approvals and maintain project momentum.
• Monitor active projects consistently to analyze schedule and cost outcomes, executing necessary field corrections to protect profit margins.
• Coordinate company-wide labor and material resources in collaboration with office personnel to optimize daily productivity.
• Interface with general contractors and clients on an ongoing basis to resolve project bottlenecks and maintain exceptional relations.
• Evaluate and price profitable change orders while occasionally estimating smaller incoming project opportunities.
• Maintain highly organized project schedules, digital filing systems, and accurate, timely monthly progress billings.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Strong foundational construction knowledge and proficiency reading construction contract documents, plans, and specifications.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a proven ability to manage a diverse backlog of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated professional drive with strong problem-solving skills, integrity, and initiative.
• Basic computer proficiency, including hands-on experience with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• 2 or more years of prior construction experience working directly in a field or office capacity.
• Prior experience or exposure within the commercial glass, glazing, or architectural metals industry.
• Working knowledge or basic functional proficiency utilizing AutoCAD software for project review.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay cycle with additional annual and performance-based bonus potential.
• Profit-sharing program and 401(k) retirement savings program featuring employer matching.
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-provided life insurance, disability insurance options, and wellness reimbursements or stipends.
• Generous work-life balance benefits including paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Fully provided safety equipment and company vehicle access for professional duties.
• Paid career development benefits including manufacturer training, safety certifications, OSHA, fall protection, and lift training.
• Frequent company events and a tight-knit, collaborative team culture.

About Us:

For nearly 90 years, BVB Glass has built a premier reputation by investing deeply in both our customers and our employees. We combine the long-term stability of an established industry leader with a personal, family-oriented workplace culture where your hard work is noticed and appreciated. We are dedicated to providing clear pathways for career advancement, ensuring this is a place where you can truly build a lifelong career.

BVB Glass is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.