Senior Construction/Project Manager

@ Consertus-US
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Senior Construction/Project Manager

Chicago, IL
Posted 2 days ago

About the job

Consertus is a global capital program management firm with 1,000+ professionals helping clients execute large-scale projects in various sectors, focusing on innovation and sustainable outcomes.

Requirements

  • Experience in construction management
  • Experience in K-12, Municipal, Healthcare
  • Knowledge of capital programs
  • Experience with owner representation
  • Ability to manage projects independently

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • 5-10+ years of experience
  • Experience in relevant sectors
  • Strong communication skills
  • Hybrid work schedule

Full job description

About Us:

Consertus is an AI-native global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep industry expertise with advanced digital capabilities to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,400 professionals, we help clients plan, deliver, and optimize complex capital programs across the full project lifecycle.

Our integrated capabilities span advisory, digital solutions, engineering and design, and program delivery, enabling organizations to navigate complexity, mitigate risk, and achieve strategic objectives. We serve a diverse range of industries, including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial real estate, life sciences, and technology.

At Consertus, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a collaborative, flexible, and inclusive environment where individuals can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact. Together, we're transforming the way the world is planned, built, and delivered.

Learn more about how Consertus is creating lasting value for clients, communities, and our people at www.consertus.com.

About this Role:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will supervise, direct and coordinate the planning, design and construction activities, including direct liaison with the owner, designers and contractors regarding cost, schedule, quality and contract administration.

This role will include work during preconstruction and construction phases of a project and candidate must be able to independently manage one or more small to medium-sized projects with low to medium complexity.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Management

  • Monitors project costs during all project phases with limited supervision. 
  • Assists supervisory staff in managing project budget and cash flow analysis. 
  • Prepares and/or reviews cost estimates with limited supervision. 
  • Understands the contractor billing and change order process; reviewing these documents with limited help from supervisor. 

Schedule Management

  • Understands the project schedule and works to ensure on-time completion from design and construction team. 
  • Creates schedules using scheduling software with limited help from supervisor concerning activity linkage. 
  • Takes initiative when schedule concerns arise to work with project team and Consertus supervisor to correct. Prepares make-up schedules to get work back on track. 
  • Manages the project close-out process. 

Quality Management

  • Assures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner.
  • Performs reviews with limited help from supervisor to ensure construction details are quality focused and drawings are coordinated. 
  • Performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met. 

Contract Administration 

  • Prepares and maintains documentation and project reports as required.
  • Works with governmental agencies to obtain proper permits, inspections, and occupancy certificates. 
  • Manages hours for each task to ensure the amount allocated in the contract is not exceeded.

Client Relations and Business Development 

  • Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business.
  • May assist with marketing and business development activities.
  • May attend evening board meetings dependent upon client.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field preferred
  • 5-10+ years of experience
  • Experience working in the K-12, Municipal, or Healthcare space required
  • Experience with Capital Programs and Construction Project Management required
  • Proven experience in Owner Representation services preferred
  • Hybrid schedule to be expected

Compensation Range

  • Compensation range $100,000 - $150,000 full-time position.

What’s In It For You:

  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
  • 401(k) with day-one eligibility. You’ll get a 100% match on the first 3% of your eligible compensation and 50% match on contributions between 3% and 5% of your pay.
  • Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
  • Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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