Senior Project Manager | $150k- $185k + Profit Share

Location: Downtown ChicagoProject Values: $5 million to $75 millionProject Locations: Chicago and the surrounding suburbsCareer Path: Clear progression to Project ExecutiveThe OpportunityFlowtec is partnered with one of Chicago’s most respected General Contractors to hire a Senior Project Manager for its downtown office.They have the financial strength, resources and project portfolio of a major contractor, but have maintained the flexibility, personal relationships and family feel of a much smaller business.

Leadership knows its people, trusts them to do their jobs and genuinely invests in their long-term development.The company delivers projects ranging from $5 million to more than $75 million across:Healthcare and life sciencesMultifamily and mixed-useCommercial constructionCorporate interiorsHospitalityHigher education and K-12Mission criticalLight industrialRetail and entertainmentMunicipal and community-focused developmentsYou will not be restricted to one project type or spend your career repeating the same assignment. The company actively gives its people exposure to different sectors, clients and delivery methods, creating well-rounded construction leaders rather than narrowly focused project managers.This role is being hired with progression in mind. The successful Senior Project Manager will have a clearly defined path toward Project Executive, with the opportunity to take on larger client relationships, mentor project teams and become part of the company’s next generation of leadership.What You’ll DoLead complex construction projects from preconstruction through final completionManage project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement and financial reportingDevelop strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers and subcontractorsLead owner, architect and contractor meetingsPartner closely with preconstruction and estimating during pursuit, budgeting and buyoutWork alongside superintendents to develop schedules, logistics plans and execution strategiesReview subcontractor proposals and negotiate scopes, contracts and change ordersIdentify project risks early and develop practical solutions before they affect deliveryMaintain accurate cost projections, cash-flow forecasts and project reportingSupport project teams with decision-making, mentorship and career developmentOversee project engineers, assistant project managers and project managersManage closeout, turnover and ongoing client relationshipsContribute to business development, client presentations and future project pursuitsBuild the leadership capabilities required to progress into a Project Executive positionWhat We’re Looking ForAt least 8 years of commercial construction experience with a General ContractorPrevious experience managing projects valued above $20 millionExperience across one or more of the company’s core sectorsStrong understanding of preconstruction, estimating, scheduling, procurement and project financialsAbility to lead clients and project teams with confidenceA collaborative leadership style without egoStrong communication, problem-solving and relationship-management skillsAbility to develop junior team members and create accountability across a projectBachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or a related field preferredThe CultureThe company has built a culture where talented people are given room to perform.There is no unnecessary micromanagement, internal competition or pressure to navigate layers of corporate politics. Leadership is accessible, communication is direct and project teams are encouraged to solve problems together.People are trusted to manage their responsibilities while maintaining flexibility around their lives outside of work. The expectation is high performance, but not at the expense of family, health or long-term sustainability.The company is known for:A close-knit, family-oriented environmentFlexible leadership that treats employees like adultsStrong collaboration between operations, field and preconstruction teamsLow turnover and long employee tenureAccessible executives who remain involved in projects and employee developmentRealistic staffing and strong project supportHigh-quality work with respected clients and subcontractorsPromoting from within whenever possibleGiving employees a voice in how projects and the company are runRecognizing performance without creating an overly political environmentWhy Consider It?Work for a highly respected Chicago contractor with an outstanding local reputationLead varied projects valued from $5 million to more than $75 millionAvoid being pigeonholed into a single construction sectorJoin a stable company with a strong pipeline and long-standing client relationshipsReceive the resources and support needed to deliver projects properlyWork with experienced field, preconstruction and operations professionalsMaintain flexibility without sacrificing career progressionJoin a genuinely collaborative, family-oriented cultureBuild direct relationships with senior leadershipFollow a defined path from Senior Project Manager to Project ExecutiveBecome part of the company’s future leadership teamThis is an opportunity to join a company that combines serious projects and professional resources with the trust, flexibility and personal culture that many larger contractors lose as they grow.