Sr Project Manager - NW Indiana

Overview

Our client is a well respected and award winning GC based in NWI boasting over 100 years of delivering successful Healthcare, Higher Education, and Commercial projects across Chicagoland and Indiana thanks to their 4 regional offices.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for ensuring projects are planned, coordinated, and completed in a timely, efficient, and profitable manner. This role oversees all aspects of assigned projects from preconstruction through closeout and maintains full accountability for project performance.

Experience / Qualifications

• 10 years of construction experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field preferred
• OSHA 10 certification preferred
• Ability to pass standard background and screening requirements
• Willingness to pursue additional training and professional development

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of the construction industry and project delivery methods
• Proven ability to develop accurate budgets, schedules, and cost projections
• Experience managing contracts, change orders, and risk mitigation
• Skilled in coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
• Strong leadership skills with experience supervising field teams and mentoring staff
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with preconstruction teams to develop budgets, proposals, and schedules
• Oversee project setup, including cost tracking, billing structures, and scheduling
• Lead procurement and buyout of subcontractors, materials, and equipment
• Manage day-to-day project execution, ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and safety goals are met
• Maintain regular communication with clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction
• Monitor project financials, including cost tracking, forecasting, and billing
• Oversee change management processes, including documentation and approvals
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, and field communication to resolve issues proactively
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company policies
• Lead project closeout, including punch list completion and final documentation
• Mentor and support project managers and engineers

Performance Expectations

• Projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents
• Financial projections are accurate and maintained throughout the project lifecycle
• High levels of client satisfaction and repeat business
• Accurate, timely, and complete project documentation
• Adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety standards

Offer

• Salary from $125k to $150k $8750 / year car allowance
• Strong bonuses 401k w/ match
• Amazing healthcare coverage (under $1000/year for family)
• 20 days PTO national holidays