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Project Manager - Education/Municipal Projects

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD130,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
This Project Manager will oversee public-sector projects from preconstruction through closeout while serving as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, and municipal stakeholders.
  • Lead High-Impact, Experience-Driven Projects
  • Great Reputation and Strong Relationships in the Industry

About Our Client

Our client is a respected General Contractor with a long history of delivering K-12 schools, higher education facilities, municipal buildings, fire stations, libraries, and public-sector projects across the Chicagoland area.

Job Description

  • Manage education and municipal projects through all phases
  • Oversee budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration
  • Lead owner meetings and coordinate with public agencies
  • Review RFIs, submittals, change orders, and bid packages
  • Monitor project costs and forecast financial performance
  • Manage consultant, architect, and subcontractor relationships
  • Ensure compliance with public bidding and documentation requirements
  • Support business development and repeat client relationships

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 7+ years of experience as a Project Manager with a General Contractor
  • Experience on K-12, higher education, municipal, or public-sector projects
  • Strong understanding of public procurement and construction processes
  • Proven ability to manage projects valued at $15M-$100M+
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required



What's on Offer

  • Competitive bonus structure
  • Company vehicle or allowance
  • Company Gas Card
  • Strong project pipeline with repeat public clients
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work environment



Contact
Todd Pagos
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7108409

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Todd Pagos
Job Reference
JN-092026-7108409
 

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