Project Manager I (Community)

The community market group at Leopardo is growing and is looking for a project manager to grow with us. This is a great opportunity for a project manager with experience running municipal, non-profit or education construction projects to work on top-notch, impactful buildings in the Chicago area.

Summary: As a member of the project management team, the Project Manager I (PM I) is responsible for the overall administration, execution and completion of singular small-sized or multiple small-sized projects, and may assist a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager II on mid-sized, large and/or complex projects. This role will participate in the development of a project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting and implementation ensuring consistency with Company strategy, commitments and goals. The PM I will monitor productivity and profitability, manage communication between team members, resolve conflicts, and cultivate client and A/E (Architect/Engineer) relationships.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support preconstruction efforts on negotiated projects as required; assist in preparation of budgets and estimates, collaborate with estimating to solicit bids from qualified subcontractors/suppliers, qualify, review and evaluate bids to ensure required scopes are included, provide value design suggestions and work with the project team to implement revisions
• Prepare detailed general conditions budgets as required; and, assist Estimating with incorporating the general conditions work into the overall project budget
• Coordinate preparation of permit applications for review/approval, and submittal of updated permit documents as required
• Negotiate, award and write all subcontracts in collaboration with Principal-in-Charge/Market Leader. Verify current master agreements, and ensure that an executed subcontract/work authorization and proper certificate of insurance are in place prior to subcontractors starting work on site
• Complete bid/post-bid subcontractor risk mitigation management
• Develop, monitor and maintain a detailed master schedule; clearly identify key preconstruction activities that impact the project teams; and, clearly identify the critical path, and other activities such as owner move-in, inspections, and punchlist
• Collaborate with the Principal-in-Charge/Market Leader to prepare comprehensive cost estimates throughout the project’s duration. Communicate with Leopardo self-perform groups to enlist their involvement and strengthen the project team
• Manage the shop drawing/submittal schedule and process to ensure accuracy and compliance with contract documentation; monitor and distribute as required for coordination purposes
• Manage the requests for information (RFIs) and change order processes, maintain the appropriate logs, and review with the project team regularly
• Coordinate and conduct required meetings (e.g., pre-job, weekly construction meetings, post-job, and project closeout). Prepare and distribute meeting minutes with the Project Assistants support
• Collaborate with the Superintendent to facilitate subcontractor/vendor coordination, ensure required inspections are performed and deficiencies are addressed, enforce quality control procedures and safety inspection performance, review the project punchlist, and obtain a certificate of occupancy
• Review closeout documentation for accuracy and submission. Coordinate warranty calls on completed projects
• Review job costs, billings, and pencil draws for pay applications with the Principal-in-Charge/Market Leader as required. Review and approve invoices for any goods purchased directly by Leopardo for general conditions work
• Collaborate with the Principal in Charge/Market Leader to establish, monitor, and achieve project goals; and, prepare profit projections
• Build, strengthen and maintain relationships with clients/owners, architects, developers, and subcontractors
• Participate in industry associations, actively promote Leopardo, and network to exchange information and gain insight about construction trends, the competition and industry/market trends
• Participate in presentations and interviews for new potential projects
• Assist with recruiting efforts as required.
• Assist in training project engineers, interns and other staff members as required
• Participate in cross-functional teams outside of direct span of control within the main Company divisions (e.g., Total Quality Management)

Education / Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or University in construction, engineering or architecture related fields; or, equivalent training and related experience
• 3 years experience as a Project Engineer; field experience is a plus
• Knowledge of market/industry a plus; includes some estimating experience
• Proven record of success on singular small-sized projects
• Competency in basic construction technologies such as: scheduling software, financial comprehension, digital model navigation; ability to read and understand blueprints is a must
• Understand project management and accounting software; Viewpoint is a plus

Supervisory Requirements: While not direct reports, the PM I role has direct influence and interaction with the following Leopardo roles: Project Assistant, Project Accountant, Project Engineer, and project Superintendent/Foremen.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Must have a valid driver’s license. OSHA 30 Hour certification and LEED GA accreditation are a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Vision Program
• Short term/long term disability
• 401k matching plan
• Generous PTO including Paid Holidays and Volunteer PTO, Time & Donation Matching
• Identify theft protection
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long term care, group accident insurance, legal services, pet insurance, 529 College Savings Plan

Leopardo considers many factors when determining actual salary including experience, education, unique skillsets, abilities, market, geography and business needs. Target base salary range: $80-100k. This position is eligible for annual discretionary bonus and vehicle allowance. Leopardo does not discriminate based on any protected category with respect to wages.

Why Leopardo?

Leopardo is one of the nation’s largest and most respected construction firms, building world-class facilities with innovative, environmentally-friendly processes. We are considered “best in class” by our clients and peers, and the media consistently ranks us among the top builders in the United States. For more than four decades, Leopardo has been recognized for consistently performing at the very top of the industry. Our reputation for outstanding customer service stems from our mission to passionately pursue construction excellence. Our long-standing commitment to continuous improvement comes with a healthy obsession with quality. This approach transforms our operations and customer service, helping us become the construction provider of choice in all our specialized markets: healthcare, interiors, retail, cinema, hospitality, office, industrial, residential and municipal.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.