Project Manager

Company: Sterling Bay • Position: Project Manager • Location: Chicago, Illinois Company Sterling Bay is a dynamic and innovative Chicago-based real estate investment and development company with a breadth of expertise spanning all aspects of real estate ownership. Sterling Bay is a leader in creating urban campus headquarters for prominent companies such as Google, McDonald’s, Uber, Glassdoor, Dyson, Hillshire Brands and Gogo. The firm has been consistently recognized for its award‑winning projects and successful track record of transforming spaces and enhancing communities. Today, Sterling Bay maintains a $5 billion real estate portfolio and a rapidly growing, passionate team of more than 190 employees. Job Summary The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of ground-up construction projects from start to finish, the ability to offer innovative, strategic solutions to complex challenges, and drive business results in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. Responsibilities Oversee ground-up construction with strong knowledge of foundations, structural, exterior walls, and MEP systems Develop and execute project goals, schedules, budgets, and strategy while providing detailed assumptions with methodology for accomplishing and/or managing goals and objectives Work through entitlement process with job teams and authorities having jurisdiction Act as the primary contact with client throughout the duration of the project Prepare RFPs needed for vendor and contractor services; manage selection and oversee work Guide the client and team through the design implementation process including conceptual, schematic, design development and construction documentation and sign-off Develop and maintain master project schedules and successfully execute project directives on time and within budget Build and maintain rapport with client representatives and ensure that the scopes of work, deliverables, and performance standards are fully understood Work with City of Chicago representatives and contractors to provide accurate and timely reporting per redevelopment agreement requirements Prepare and update project status reports, update tracking reports, and maintain files for due diligence and financials Manage client and service provider relationships Track budgets and work progress Review, edit, and negotiate vendor service agreements and specifications Facilitate communication and coordinate critical project meetings for operations, accounting, architects, legal, contractors, client representatives, and team members Perform special projects for Development Services, as needed Qualifications 8–10 years of professional experience Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or relevant field Ability to successfully communicate and coordinate with multiple project team members at a variety of professional levels Demonstrate high level of performance in project budgeting and contract negotiations Build consensus and rapport across multiple disciplines and departments Ability to work independently, exercise judgement, and take initiative Excellent attention to detail and organization Ability to maintain confidentiality Highly organized with strong analytical skills Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications and MS Project Ability to multitask while working in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment Compensation Market competitive salary as well as a performance‑based incentive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sterling Bay