Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD115,000 - USD135,000 per year
- Work on large scale Federal projects throughout the Chicagoland area
- Competitive base salary, 401k, bonus
Our client is a growing, veteran-owned general contractor specializing in federal and government construction projects throughout the Midwest. With a strong backlog of awarded work and an impressive pipeline extending well into next year, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to help lead multiple high-profile projects and play a key role in the company's continued growth.
This is an opportunity to join a close-knit team where you'll have direct exposure to executive leadership, real influence over project success, and a clear path for long-term career advancement.
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing federal construction projects from preconstruction through closeout while serving as the primary point of contact for clients, field teams, and project stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage multiple federal construction projects from inception through completion
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts
- Coordinate closely with Superintendents to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget
- Build and maintain strong relationships with federal clients through regular onsite meetings
- Lead subcontractor coordination, contract administration, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
- Monitor project financials, forecasting, and reporting
- Ensure compliance with all federal contract requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations
- Collaborate with executive leadership on project strategy and execution
- Travel to project sites throughout the Midwest as needed
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 ideal candidate will possess:
- 5-10+ years of Project Management experience with a general contractor
- Proven experience managing federal or government construction projects
- Experience working directly with federal agencies or government clients
- Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills
- Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and project documentation
- Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
What's on Offer
- Competitive base salary: $115,000-$1350,000, depending on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Stable backlog of awarded projects with long-term job security
- Opportunity to work on impactful federal construction projects throughout the Midwest
- Collaborative, family-oriented culture where every employee has a voice
- Direct access to executive leadership and mentorship opportunities
- Significant career growth within a rapidly expanding organization
- Flexible work environment with a healthy work-life balance
- Hybrid schedule consisting of approximately 50% office and 50% project site presence
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7075444
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Consultant name
Emma Jackson
Job Reference
JN-072026-7075444
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