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Lead Impactful Public Construction ProjectsOur client is a nationally recognized General Contractor with decades of success delivering complex public and private construction projects across the United States. Their Illinois team has built a reputation as a trusted partner for municipalities, school districts, park districts, public agencies, and institutional clients throughout the Southwest Suburbs and the City of Chicago. With an impressive backlog of negotiated and repeat business, this contractor continues to expand its municipal and Job Order Contracting (JOC) portfolio. Their collaborative culture, financial stability, and commitment to employee development have made them one of the top GCs in the country and an employer of choice for construction professionals seeking long-term career growth.Job DescriptionThe Senior Project Manager will oversee multiple municipal and public construction projects from preconstruction through closeout while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. Responsibilities include:Lead municipal, public works, capital improvement, and JOC projects throughout the Southwest Suburbs and ChicagoDevelop and manage project budgets, schedules, and cost forecasts

Coordinate project teams including Superintendents, Project Engineers, subcontractors, and design professionals

Build and maintain relationships with municipalities, public agencies, architects, and owners

Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and contract administration

Monitor project financial performance, billing, and forecasting

Conduct owner meetings and provide regular project updates

Ensure compliance with public procurement requirements, safety regulations, and quality standards

Support preconstruction efforts, estimating reviews, and project buyout

Lead project closeout and warranty activitiesMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred10+ years of Project Management experience with a General ContractorExperience managing municipal, public sector, education, government, park district, or institutional construction projects

Previous experience with Job Order Contracting (JOC), public bid work, or IDOT/public agency projects is highly preferred

Strong understanding of construction scheduling, budgeting, and cost control

Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management software

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

What's on OfferCompetitive base salary ($115,000-$140,000+ DOE)Performance-based annual bonus

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Strong project pipeline with long-term stability

Opportunity to work for one of the nation's top General ContractorsCareer advancement through leadership development and internal promotion

Exposure to high-profile municipal, civic, public safety, education, and infrastructure projects throughout the Chicagoland market

Contact Emma Jackson Quote job ref JN-072026-7067072Job SummarySector: ConstructionSub Sector: Project ManagerIndustry: PropertyWhere: ChicagoContract Type: PermanentConsultant name: Emma JacksonJob Reference: JN-072026-7067072