Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Chicago, IL (On-site, in-office)

Scale Construction Inc. has been building Chicago for more than 35 years, with a strong reputation for safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

• Lead projects from preconstruction through closeout, with full responsibility for schedule, budget, and quality.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and design partners while managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Lead site walks and OAC meetings to keep all stakeholders aligned on scope, cost, and timeline.
• Enforce safety and quality control standards while proactively resolving issues that could impact project progress.
• Track cost and schedule performance and prepare progress reports, forecasts, and updates for leadership and clients.
  

• 3–5 years of construction project management experience, preferably in commercial or industrial projects.
• Strong working knowledge of budgets, schedules, contracts, and field coordination with general contractors and trades.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to lead teams and keep projects moving.
• Proficiency with construction management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
  

• Compensation: $75,000–$120,000 base salary, plus bonus depending on experience.
• Benefits: 401(k) with company contribution, medical, dental, vision, HSA, and paid time off.
• Work environment: Full-time, Monday through Friday, with projects across Chicagoland.
• Growth: Training, mentorship, and clear opportunities for advancement within an owner-operated, growth-minded team.
  

Based on Chicago’s Near South Side, Scale Construction delivers high-quality work safely, on schedule, and cost-effectively. For more than 35 years, we have built lasting client partnerships through dependable execution and a hands-on approach.