Sr Project Manager Program Manager Jobs in Naperville, IL

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Pepper leads the construction industry with an energy and ambition uncommon today. We seek out new methods and technologies that support your vision with a practical approach, and we apply our nearly 100 years of expertise to ensure the precision, quality and confidence that comes from working alongside a partner that's dedicated to performance.
Every building starts with a solid foundation, it’s people. At Pepper, we create leaders at every level and generate momentum in every market we serve by rewarding new thinking and respecting the long-standing values that have made our company unique for generations. You'll see the impact of our leadership in everything we do - from the Preconstruction work, we deliver to the decisions we make in the field to the relationships we form and keep fresh for years to come.
As a family-owned and operated company, we take building personally.
 
POSITION SUMMARY:              
We're seeking a driven, experienced Sr. Project Manager to lead complex, high-value projects across our diverse portfolio. This role is about more than managing projects - it's about taking ownership from preconstruction through closeout, driving financial performance, building high-performing teams, and delivering an exceptional client experience. While our portfolio includes a variety of commercial work, this role is primarily focused on industrial facilities, warehouses and other large scale commercial projects. Candidates with a proven track record delivering projects in these markets will be the strongest fit. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead with accountability, solve challenges proactively, and drive successful outcomes for our clients and project teams.
 
PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Work with Field Supervision and Project Management to establish operation priorities and ensure safety and quality on every project
Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs
Estimate, value engineer and develop project budgets
Facilitate the subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution and tracking of all project bidding documentation
Ability to utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute and track all project documentation
Negotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts
Plan and schedule projects
Manage jobs in progress including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution and documentation.
Manage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures and profits through project completion.
Perform project closeout
Manage projects exceeding $20M - $50M

 
LEADERSHIP

Provide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamwork
Lead teams by building relationships, providing clear direction, and driving collaboration.
Mentor and develop project management staff, fostering high performance.
Communicate strategically with clients, stakeholders, and teams.
Coach future leaders through training and guidance.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Interact with clients and potential clients to identify and pursue potential work
Prepare and participate in client presentations and project interviews
Negotiate and secure new business

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

B.S. in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field
8+ years of construction management experience across diverse markets
Demonstrated experience managing industrial, warehouse/distribution, or similar commercial construction projects is strongly preferred.
A high level of communication and interpersonal skills is required.

 
The salary range for this position is between $120,000 - $140,000.  We consider many factors when determining the actual hiring salary.  These factors may include location, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, internal equity, and market demands.
Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit.  In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more.
For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com
 
Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.