Client Project Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

• Develop project-specific preliminary construction phasing, constructability, and work plans;

• Prepare total project budget and schedule in order to ensure approval by owner-client;
• Develop project schedule identifying project milestones and critical path to be provided to all members of the project team;
• Manage design consultants through all design deliverable milestones, including submissions and review by all stakeholders;
• Engage and manage all project consultants/contractors (environmental, geotechnical, survey, material testing, architect etc.) to ensure project complies with contractual requirements.

• Monitors project costs during all project phases with limited supervision.
• Prepares and/or reviews cost estimates with limited supervision for construction costs and related soft costs including Architectural and Engineering fees.
• Understands the contractor billing and change order processes, reviewing these documents with limited help from supervisor. Familiarity with AIA Form G702-3 is desired.
• Tracks budgets, contracts, change orders and invoices and produces reports using integrated database software. Familiarity with AIA Form G701 is desired.
• Firm understanding of project cash flows and ability to forecast project costs for the life of the project.
  

Schedule Management:

• Understands the project schedule and works to ensure on-time completion from design and construction team.
• Creates critical path method schedules using scheduling software such Primavera P6, MS Project or similar.
• Takes initiative when schedule concerns arise to work with project team and Sr. Project Mgr. correct. Prepares recovery schedules to get work back on track.

• Assures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner.
• Performs design and document reviews to ensure construction details are quality-focused and documents are complete, with coordination among disciplines.
• Performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met.

Procurement and Contract Administration:

• Assists the owner with preparation of front end and scope documents suitable for public bidding.
• Ability to meet with client and end users and develop comprehensive scopes of work for a given project
• Manages public bidding process, evaluates bids and prepares recommendations for award.
• Actively participates in all project meetings, addresses issues for resolution.
• Reviews proposed change orders for need and accuracy.
• Reviews pay applications for completion, costs and required documentation.
• Manages the project closeout process.
• Works with governmental agencies to obtain proper permits, inspections, and occupancy certificates.
• Lead and coordinate weekly project progress meetings with the project team; ensuring all project components are progressing according to execution plan.
• Prepare and distribute accurate, timely meeting minutes and action items.
• Prepare and present monthly project reports that address scope, budget, schedule user concerns, risks, and risk mitigations.
• Facilitate project closeout including punch list creation, end-user training, end-user acceptance, ensure all closeout documents are received and transmitted to the appropriate parties.

• Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction.
• Communication is key in this role. The Project Manager is expected to:
  • Have continuous communication availability with the ARA JV Leadership Team during normal business hours using Microsoft Teams messaging, email, and phone/text messaging
  • Professionally and proactively communicate with clients, both internal and external – with an emphasis on keeping clients and stakeholders appraised of progress, issues, and resolutions in a timely manner
• Documentation is another significant activity in this role. The successful candidate should plan for approximately 50% of this role’s time commitment to be in tracking and reporting on project-related tasks

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
• 5-8 Years or more of progressive responsibility managing the design and construction of commercial and institutional buildings, both new construction and renovations.
• Ability to travel to client sites for site inspection and project oversight. Valid driver's license and vehicle to conduct local site observations visits.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat and Bluebeam.
• The ability to use or learn various types of design/project management software such as: AutoCAD, BIM, Primavera 6, Procore and program management information systems such as e-Builder preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• This position may require the candidate to make site observation visits within secure and restricted facilities. Candidate must be able to satisfy the client’s background and security clearances.
• OSHA 30 Construction Safety Certification preferred.
• PMP or CCM Certification preferred.
• A central component of this role is proactively shepherding the project delivery through numerous project steps and processes.

• Competitive base pay ($90,000 to $160,000 per year)

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage plan options
• Company paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability
• 401k plan with and employer safe harbor match
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Professional development assistance, licensure, and professional membership reimbursement
• Pre-tax commuter benefit
• Voluntary life and accident insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Pet Insurance 
• Identity Theft Protection