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Project Manager

Level Development LLC
Schaumburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2027

Project Manager – Construction

Job Summary

Level Development is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead ground-up and renovation projects from preconstruction through final closeout. The ideal candidate will have strong construction management experience, sound judgment, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining control of schedule, cost, quality, and documentation.

The Project Manager will work closely with ownership, architects, engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and internal team members to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

Responsibilities

  • Lead construction projects from preconstruction and estimating through construction, turnover, and closeout.
  • Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules and milestone dates.
  • Manage project budgets, cost reports, forecasts, committed costs, and overall cost control.
  • Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and other construction documents for completeness and coordination.
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, ownership, municipalities, and other project stakeholders.
  • Develop scopes of work and assist with subcontractor bid solicitation, leveling, negotiations, and contract awards.
  • Review subcontractor proposals to identify scope gaps, exclusions, qualifications, and potential cost risks.
  • Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement logs, shop drawings, and long-lead material tracking.
  • Monitor project procurement and ensure materials and equipment are ordered in accordance with the project schedule.
  • Work closely with project superintendents to coordinate field operations and resolve construction issues.
  • Conduct regular project meetings and communicate schedule, cost, quality, and risk concerns to management.
  • Review and process subcontractor payment applications, change orders, and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare and review Owner pay applications and project draw documentation.
  • Manage change orders, including pricing review, scope verification, documentation, and cost impact analysis.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, correspondence, photos, reports, and logs within Procore.
  • Monitor quality control and ensure work complies with plans, specifications, applicable codes, and project requirements.
  • Identify project risks early and develop corrective action or mitigation plans.
  • Manage project punch lists, inspections, certificates of occupancy, turnover documentation, warranties, and closeout.
  • Maintain strong professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.
  • Support estimating and preconstruction efforts for future projects when required.
  • Mentor and provide direction to Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers assigned to the project.

Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of Procore Construction Management Software.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam.
  • Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
  • Strong budgeting, estimating, forecasting, and cost-control skills.
  • Ability to develop and manage construction schedules.
  • Understanding of current IBC requirements and general construction code requirements.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of construction management experience, preferably in commercial, multifamily, hospitality, retail, or similar construction.
  • Prior experience managing projects as a Project Manager or in a comparable construction management role.
  • Ability to independently interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP construction documents.
  • Experience with estimating, subcontractor bidding, scope review, and contract administration.
  • Experience managing project budgets, schedules, pay applications, change orders, and project closeout.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred but not required with equivalent construction experience.
  • Ability to travel to active project sites as required.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location

In person

Level Development is looking for someone who can take ownership of projects, anticipate issues before they become problems, and work collaboratively with both the field and office teams to successfully deliver each project.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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