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Senior Construction/Project Manager

Consertus-USChicago, Illinois

$100,000 - $150,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
Hybrid remote
Compensation
$100,000-$150,000/year
Benefits
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays

Job Description

About Us:

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.

Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology.

At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built.

Discover how Consertus is driving transformative change for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve at www.consertus.com

About this Role:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will supervise, direct and coordinate the planning, design and construction activities, including direct liaison with the owner, designers and contractors regarding cost, schedule, quality and contract administration.

This role will include work during preconstruction and construction phases of a project and candidate must be able to independently manage one or more small to medium-sized projects with low to medium complexity.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Management

  • Monitors project costs during all project phases with limited supervision. 
  • Assists supervisory staff in managing project budget and cash flow analysis. 
  • Prepares and/or reviews cost estimates with limited supervision. 
  • Understands the contractor billing and change order process; reviewing these documents with limited help from supervisor. 

Schedule Management

  • Understands the project schedule and works to ensure on-time completion from design and construction team. 
  • Creates schedules using scheduling software with limited help from supervisor concerning activity linkage. 
  • Takes initiative when schedule concerns arise to work with project team and Consertus supervisor to correct. Prepares make-up schedules to get work back on track. 
  • Manages the project close-out process. 

Quality Management

  • Assures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner.
  • Performs reviews with limited help from supervisor to ensure construction details are quality focused and drawings are coordinated. 
  • Performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met. 

Contract Administration

  • Prepares and maintains documentation and project reports as required.
  • Works with governmental agencies to obtain proper permits, inspections, and occupancy certificates. 
  • Manages hours for each task to ensure the amount allocated in the contract is not exceeded.

Client Relations and Business Development 

  • Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business.
  • May assist with marketing and business development activities.
  • May attend evening board meetings dependent upon client.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field preferred
  • 5-10+ years of experience
  • Experience working in the K-12, Municipal, or Healthcare space required
  • Experience with Capital Programs and Construction Project Management required
  • Proven experience in Owner Representation services preferred
  • Hybrid schedule to be expected

Compensation Range

  • Compensation range $100,000 - $150,000 full-time position.

What’s In It For You:

  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
  • 401(k) with day-one eligibility. We contribute dollar for dollar up to the first3% of your contributions. Then we match 50% for the next 2% of your contributions.
  • Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
  • Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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This job at Consertus-US is located in Chicago, Illinois, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Consertus-US?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $100,000 and $150,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Consertus-US?
Consertus-US lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Consertus-US?
Consertus-US is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Consertus-US for this role?
Consertus-US offers following benefits: Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Career Development, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Tuition/Education Assistance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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