Construction Project Manager

Project Manager, Industrial ConstructionChicago, IL, USAre you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies. At ARCO, every associate is empowered to drive their success. Project Managers at ARCO have complete responsibility for project performance, customer satisfaction, and taking projects from design to completion. Each Project Manager has full profit and performance responsibility for his or her projects and unlimited growth potential.A Day In The LifeLead and coordinate all managerial and administrative aspects of the project from the earliest stages of preconstruction through project closeoutWork closely with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budgetParticipate in the proposal meeting with clients to review the scope of work, discuss ways to reduce costs, provide value engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts & feesOversee subcontractor selection and buyout process for all trades and vendorsIdentify and investigate opportunities to procure material and/or specialty equipment directly when advantageous to project budget or scheduleWork with Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work/contracts, project schedule, and site logistics planLead preconstruction planning meetings with all designers, subcontractors and vendors aimed at solving potential constructability, sequencing, and/or manpower issuesLead weekly/bi-weekly OAC meetings on-site once construction begins to review progress and address challenges directly with clientTrack and manage project performance vs budget; prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reportsNecessary QualificationsBS in Engineering or related field2-10 years of construction management or engineering design experiencePrevious experience leading ground-up commercial, light industrial, hospitality, or entertainment construction projects is preferredProficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft ProjectWhat We Can Offer YouWe are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.Industry-leading performance-based bonus programEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Traditional and Roth 401kTuition reimbursement for associatesScholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel1-week paid volunteer leave each year100% charitable matchMedical, dental, and vision insurance coveragePaid parental leaveTypical base compensation for the Project Manager role is between $84,000.00 and $160,000.00. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation based on individual and company performance.At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR's Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.