What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Manager.. position at Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company?
Primary Job Title:
Construction Project Manager
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
- EPC Project Manager
- Infrastructure Project Manager
- Construction Program Manager
- Site Project Manager
- Engineering & Construction Manager
Location:
Downers Grove, IL
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
- Position Type: Contract to Hire
- Contract Duration: 12 months (October 13, 2025 - October 10, 2026)
- Start: October 13, 2025
- End: October 10, 2026
- Pay Rate: $63-$93/hr
We are seeking a skilled Construction Project Manager to oversee day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion and warranty. This role supports the EPC Project Manager or Program Manager and is accountable for project safety, quality, scheduling, cost management, contracts, and client relations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical, and organizational skills to ensure successful delivery of infrastructure projects while adhering to the highest standards of safety and compliance.Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily construction activities and ensure successful execution of projects.
- Provide input on project planning, scheduling, estimating, and cost development.
- Manage project safety programs and promote safety across teams and subcontractors.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, including proposals and project discussions.
- Participate in risk reviews, contract negotiations, and project documentation processes.
- Implement sections of the Project Execution Plan, including safety, subcontracting, staffing, and procurement.
- Manage subcontractor RFPs, evaluations, awards, and scopes of work.
- Oversee financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and project budgeting.
- Coordinate engineering deliverables and ensure schedule alignment.
- Administer contracts, including RFIs, submittals, change management, and claims mitigation.
- Direct project closeout, warranty administration, and recordkeeping.
- Mentor and provide training to interns, coordinators, and assistant project managers.
- Ensure compliance with permits, labor laws, insurance, taxes, and safety standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field, OR equivalent applicable experience.
- 7 years of relevant project management experience in the construction industry.
- Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access).
- Familiarity with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.
- Experience with large-scale construction project sites across industries such as aviation, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, water, or transportation.
- Experience in EPC, construction management, or program management environments.
- Exposure to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in construction cost management.
- Background in labor agreements and building trades relations.
- Construction project management
- Contract negotiation & administration
- Safety & compliance oversight
- Client relationship management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Project financial forecasting
- Staff mentoring and team development
- Materials management and inventory oversight
- RFP and subcontractor evaluation
- Earned value and change management
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
An Infrastructure Engineering Firm with over a century of history in designing and building essential infrastructure. With a strong commitment to safety and quality, the company helps cities thrive by delivering sustainable, high-performing projects that shape the future of communities.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number: 25-26077
Salary : $63 - $93