Project Manager

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
85K-130K
Senior level
Professional Services • Real Estate • Consulting • Design • PropTech
The Role
The Project Manager at LG Builders oversees commercial construction projects, managing finances, contracts, and stakeholder engagement to ensure project success from start to finish.
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Description

Introduction

LG Builders is a full-service construction company powered by collaboration, creativity, and resourcefulness. Our portfolio is diverse but focuses on hospitality, retail, core and shell, residential and multi-family. Everything we do is powered by our people. Our culture is founded on collaborative teamwork, empowerment of our people, and an employee experience focused on growth and development making LG a best-in-industry place to work. With a deep recognition that we will only go as far as our people will take us, we are committed to investing in our talent through consistent mentorship and continuous feedback with a focus on career growth through goal setting. 

At LG Group, we know a career is more than just a job, it’s the pursuit of passion.

Role Summary

The Project Manager (PM) is a key leader at LG Group, crucial to the success of commercial construction projects. This role involves managing project financials, contracts, procurement, and all essential elements required to advance projects from conception to completion. The ideal candidate possesses a keen attention to detail, a commitment to process improvement, and strong communication skills, allowing them to effectively engage with various stakeholders. They are critical thinkers who reliably ensure that necessary tasks are completed, thrive on collaboration and accountability, and maintain a steadfast focus on project goals.

Essential Duties

  • Project Estimates: Assist in ensuring accurate and complete project estimates; participate in scope review meetings to discuss cost reduction strategies and value engineering ideas.
  • Budget Development: Develop or assist in creating the final project budget, including hard and soft costs.
  • Buyout Process: Oversee the buyout process and the selection of subcontractors.
  • Contract Administration: Facilitate contract administration, including change orders, submittals, procurement, and scheduling.
  • Financial Tracking: Track and manage project financials and the draw process, ensuring profitability and reporting findings.
  • Permits and Insurance: Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors.
  • Coordination with Superintendents: Work with Superintendents to ensure safety, quality control, and schedule management.
  • Risk Management: Identify and address potential issues, delays, liabilities, or risks.
  • Subcontractor Management: Maintain relationships with subcontractors through consistent communication regarding scheduling, invoicing, and change orders; manage contractual responsibilities and hold subcontractors accountable as needed.
  • Meeting Facilitation: Schedule and facilitate project team and client meetings to coordinate work effectively.
  • Client Relationship Management: Maintain a positive and productive relationship with clients through professional communication, expectation management, and addressing concerns.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously seek ways to streamline and enhance internal systems and processes.

LG GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

LG provides equal opportunity in all its employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity, and sexual orientation), color, religion, gender, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, or separation of employment.

Requirements

Qualifications for Success

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years in construction management, preferably in commercial and multi-family projects.
  • Strong technical and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required; knowledge of Microsoft Project, Sage 300, and Procore preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and manuals is helpful but not required.
  • Efficiently prioritize tasks and identify long lead times and critical path items.
  • Flexible and solution-oriented to meet evolving business needs.
  • Detail-oriented and resourceful with a process-focused approach.
  • Proactive communication with a sense of urgency.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years in construction management, preferably in commercial and multi-family projects
  • Strong technical and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required; knowledge of Microsoft Project, Sage 300, and Procore preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and manuals is helpful but not required
  • Flexible and solution-oriented to meet evolving business needs
  • Detail-oriented and resourceful with a process-focused approach
  • Proactive communication with a sense of urgency
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The Company
0 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

LG Construction + Development is a premier General Contracting and Development company specializing in Mixed-Use Commercial, Restaurant and Retail, Custom Homes, and Sustainable Design services. It is a full-service real estate development, construction, and design firm.

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