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Construction Project Manager

Willdan Group, Inc.
Oak Brook, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026

APG is a leading EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractor specializing in complex, high-value electrical infrastructure projects, including high-voltage substations, utility-scale and commercial solar installations, microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and other advanced electrical solutions for data centers, industrial facilities, and commercial clients. We deliver turnkey solutions that power the future with reliability, efficiency, and innovation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lead all phases of assigned EPC projects, from engineering design through procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
  • Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, work plans, and resource allocation.
  • Coordinate engineering deliverables, procurement activities, and construction execution to meet client requirements and contractual obligations.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with clients, consultants, vendors, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.
  • Utilize project management tools to identify and mitigate project risks, proactively resolving issues to avoid cost overruns and delays.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and quality control standards.
  • Oversee contract administration, change orders, invoicing, and project reporting.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, ensure adherence to plans, and verify quality.
  • Ensuring that project deliverables meet high standards and stakeholder expectations.
  • Foster collaboration across engineering, procurement, and construction teams to achieve project goals.
  • Support business development by providing technical input, cost estimates, and schedules for proposals.
  • Maintaining clear and consistent communication with clients, senior leadership, and team members.

Job Requirements / Qualifications:

  • Leadership: Guiding and motivating teams to achieve objectives.
  • Communication: Effectively conveying information and collaborating with various stakeholders.
  • Organizational Skills: Planning, scheduling, and managing multiple aspects of a project.
  • Problem-Solving: Identifying and overcoming obstacles and risks.
  • Detail-Orientation: Paying close attention to project details to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to manage scope changes and evolving project requirements.
  • A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred.
  • Professional experience utilizing Procore is preferred.
  • 5 years of experience managing utility scale EPC projects like PV, BESS and Substation.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred but not required.
  • Familiarity with project management tools like MS Project and Procore for collaboration and tracking progress.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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