Construction Manager

Michael Page International

Chicago, Illinois

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$135,000–$170,000 Per Year

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Architectural Services, Bid Analysis, Bid Packages, Budgeting, Capital Accounting, Change Requests/Orders, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Competitive Research, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Drawings, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Consulting, Contract Negotiation, Documentation, Due Diligence, Feasibility Analysis, File Maintenance, Follow Through, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Leadership, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Market Research, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Analysis, Process Management, Project Close-Out, Project Design, Project Lifecycle, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Proposal Writing, Purchasing/Procurement, Real Estate Development, Risk Analysis, Site Evaluation, State Laws and Regulations, Structural Evaluation, Target Marketing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management, Willing to Travel, Wireless Communications, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Chicago, Illinois

POSTED

4 days ago

Job TitleJoin a top ranked developer operating in the Multifamily space across North America.Job DescriptionSupport senior team members in managing the full design development process from concept through construction and project turnover to property management. Conduct detailed drawing reviews at all stages of design to assess constructability, code compliance, and budget conformance. Coordinate and facilitate design team meetings with architects, engineers, and consultants; track action items and follow through on open issues. Assist in assembling complete design teams; support negotiation of design agreements and consultant scopes of work. Obtain, review, and interpret engineering reports, studies, and geotechnical documents. Proactively manage all work associated with moving existing utility infrastructure and bringing new utility services to the site, including incoming WiFi/communications. Assist the effort in collaborating with necessary municipalities and counties in entitlement and permitting of developments. Manage submittal and RFI processes in coordination with the design team, ensuring timely responses and accurate documentation. Maintain organized project files, design logs, and documentation required for due diligence, permitting, and capital reporting. Participate in site evaluations and assist with feasibility analysis from a design and total project cost perspective. Assist in preparing and issuing bid packages to qualified general contractors; evaluate and analyze bids and proposals. Support negotiation and execution of GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) contracts with general contractors under the guidance of Development Managers and senior leadership. Perform detailed take-offs to help challenge General Contractor hard cost assumptions. Manage all Owner vendors and specialty contractors. Serve as a primary day-to-day point of contact for third-party general contractors across active projects ranging from 100 to 450 units. Monitor and track project schedules; identify risks, delays, and mitigation strategies in collaboration with the GC team. Conduct regular site visits to assess construction progress, verify schedule adherence, and document field conditions; prepare detailed punch lists and QA/QC reports. Review, analyze, and process change order requests; escalate complex issues to the Development Manager for approval. Review and process monthly owner's draw requests in coordination with accounting and capital partners. Prepare monthly investor construction reports with thorough onsite photo documentation that tie out with monthly construction draw packages. Ensure GC compliance with project documentation requirements, development agreement obligations, and reporting timelines. Coordinate project closeout activities with internal design team, General Contractor and Property Manager including punch lists, final inspections, certificate of occupancy, and turnover of all closeout materials and training to Property Manager. Prepare market research in the pursuit of new opportunities in target development markets.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 ApplicantBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Development, or a related field. 5-10 years of experience in general contracting, construction management, real estate development, or a related role; multi-family residential experience strongly preferred. Foundational understanding of the construction project lifecycle, from land acquisition and design through GC procurement, construction, and closeout. Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and civil drawings. Familiarity with construction contracts, architectural agreements, change order processes, and owner's draw mechanics. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active projects and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable coordinating across internal teams, design consultants, GCs, and municipal contacts. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project); experience with project management platforms (Procore, Bluebeam, or similar) a plus. Willingness to travel to project sites across multiple markets.What's on OfferHands-on exposure to full-cycle, multi-family development from day one. Mentorship from experienced development and construction professionals. Above market compensation and benefits package. A collaborative, entrepreneurial team culture focused on innovation and results. Opportunity for growth into high level roles. Eventual hybrid work schedule.Job summarySector: ConstructionSub Sector: Commercial ManagerIndustry: PropertyLocation: ChicagoContract Type: PermanentConsultant name: David ObergJob Reference: JN-072026-7061185

About the Company

Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

WEBSITE

https://www.michaelpage.ca/

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