Senior Project Manager
$57.69 - $67.3 per hourActalent
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Project Manager/Project Director
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to manage retail and restaurant projects, overseeing the entire client relationship from initial assessment through design concept presentations to final project delivery. The role involves working closely with design and technical teams to shape and understand project scope and presenting approved projects to clients. This position requires establishing and ensuring adherence to budgets, and promptly informing the Project Director or client of any potential variances to make necessary adjustments. Additionally, the Senior Project Manager will manage collections for assigned projects and identify new business opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Manage overall client relationships, ensuring a positive experience from project inception to completion.
- Collaborate with design and technical teams to define and understand project scope.
- Present and work with clients on approved projects.
- Establish and ensure adherence to project budgets.
- Immediately inform the Project Director or client of any potential budget variances and make necessary adjustments.
- Manage collections for assigned projects and inform the Finance Manager of any issues with timely collections.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.
- Assign tasks, oversee work, and provide feedback to project staff.
Essential Skills
- 10+ years of Construction Project Management experience.
- 2-5+ years of experience in a Director or Executive role is a plus.
- Experience in commercial projects, preferably in retail or restaurant sectors.
- Knowledge of project management software such as Building Connected, Procore, and Microsoft Project.
- Experience writing and negotiating contracts for services, consultants, and contractors.
- Ability to communicate effectively and manage team members internally and externally at all levels of staff.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Strong project management skills.
- Experience in retail and commercial construction management.
Work Environment
The position requires working in-office five days a week, with occasional site visits. The office is newly renovated and located in North Chicago, near O'Hare. The office environment is tight-knit, with about 10-15 employees, offering a collaborative and supportive culture.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $57.69 - $67.30/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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