Construction Management Jobs in Normal, IL (NOW HIRING)

The Construction Project Manager oversees construction projects from award through closeout, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and safety standards. This role manages all aspects of project planning, coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication across commercial, industrial, and institutional construction projects.

• Manage construction projects from initial award through final closeout, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Prepare, review, and refine project estimates, budgets, and cost projections to support accurate financial planning and decision-making.
• Solicit, receive, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure competitive pricing and alignment with project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams to maintain timely and efficient project execution.
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules, monitoring milestones and adjusting plans to address changes and delays.
• Utilize Procore for comprehensive project management, including documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and reporting.
• Track project costs, monitor budget performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Facilitate regular project meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to review progress, address issues, and align expectations.
• Review construction documents, drawings, specifications, and contracts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to project requirements.
• Manage change orders, including documentation, pricing, and approvals, to maintain accurate and up-to-date project records.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress, verify quality of work, and support safety compliance on active projects.
• Resolve project issues proactively by coordinating with stakeholders, addressing conflicts, and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders, providing timely updates and ensuring transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project closeout activities, including punch list management, collection of final documentation, and preparation of turnover packages.

• At least 5 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience managing commercial, industrial, or institutional construction projects.
• Strong estimating and budgeting skills, with the ability to develop and manage detailed project cost projections.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications accurately.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling principles and construction processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with change order management and construction documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Procore for project management, documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and reporting.
• Familiarity with commercial construction practices and standards.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD for reviewing and understanding construction drawings.
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain project schedules using project scheduling tools.

• Experience with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management is desired.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Attention to detail in reviewing contracts, specifications, and project documentation.

This role operates in a combination of office-based and field environments. Office work involves using project management software such as Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and project scheduling tools to manage documentation, schedules, budgets, and communication. Field work includes regular access to active construction sites to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance. The work environment requires flexibility to move between office settings and job sites, collaborate closely with project teams and stakeholders, and adapt to changing project conditions.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bloomington, IL.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Bloomington,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

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