Senior Project Manager - High End Residential

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD130,000 - USD155,000 per year View Job Description
Our reputable client, a General Contractor with over $3 billion in work over the past decade, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead high-end residential construction projects with a focus on quality, detail, and client satisfaction. This role offers the opportunity to oversee luxury builds while mentoring teams and contributing to the advancement of industry best practices in a company that values both tradition and innovation.
  • Leading design-build general contractor in the high end residential industry.
  • Competitive base salary, bonus, 401K

About Our Client

One of Chicago's oldest and most respected general contractors- known for its strong pipeline and 70% repeat business-is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead custom high-end residential projects within their specialized residential group. Based in Bucktown with easy access to the Kennedy, this role offers exceptional benefits, work/life balance, and the opportunity to grow with a $800M+ diversified builder recognized for excellence across 16 states.

Job Description

* Manage client expectations, queries and project information flow.

* Timely final subcontractor reconciliation and billing, punchlist and all final closeout.

* Participate in developing best practices in project management and implement by leading by example.

* Develop detailed construction budgets.

* Develop construction schedules including milestones duration's and dependencies.

* Oversee progress relative to contract construction schedule.

* Schedule and document required government inspections during construction.

* Communicate daily with owners, tenant reps, construction managers, superintendents and project coordinators.

* Manage multiple projects as primary liaison with client.

* Review original estimates and analyze total proposal packages, proactive pre-job planning including: design development, conceptual estimating, scheduling, bidding, buyout, contracts, project team communications and team building.

* Timely handling of client and subcontractor issues, RFIs, change orders, pay applications, monthly cost analysis and reporting.

* Resolve any project issues identified in monthly meetings.

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

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering
  • Experience on mid to large size projects
  • 10+ years of experience preferred
  • Proficient in ProCore, Bluebeam, CMIC
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Ability to adapt to ensure project success
  • Valid drivers license REQUIRED
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Projects

What's on Offer

  • Salary based off of experience
  • Healthcare plan
  • 401k match up to 4%
  • 3 week PTO
  • Inclusive culture
  • Company outings/events bimonthly
  • Annual bonus
  • Annual salary review
  • Maternity and Paternity leave
Contact
Liam Mcauliffe
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6739903

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Liam Mcauliffe
Job Reference
JN-052025-6739903