Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Heavy Industrial Construction

Job Description

This Project Manager role oversees scheduling, cost management, estimating, and overall project execution for a large-scale heavy industrial construction project. The position focuses on coordinating project activities, managing project engineers, and ensuring safety and quality standards are consistently met while maintaining clear communication with internal teams, clients, and design partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules to ensure work progresses according to plan and milestones are achieved.

• Manage project costs, including issuing contracts and change orders, and maintaining accurate cost projections and forecasting.

• Review drawing changes and collect, analyze, and assemble subcontractor costs into comprehensive owner change order requests.

• Lead and manage Project Engineers responsible for submittals, procurement, RFIs, and document control, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.

• Provide safety and quality oversight by working closely with the on-site Safety Manager and Quality Manager to uphold company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Prepare, assemble, and distribute meeting agendas for weekly owner meetings and internal project meetings.

• Conduct and facilitate project meetings, driving decision-making, tracking action items, and ensuring follow-through on commitments.

• Maintain clear, consistent communication with the project team, client representatives, and the architect/engineer to address issues, share updates, and align expectations.

• Coordinate with field and office personnel to integrate scheduling, cost, and procurement information into cohesive project plans.

• Support estimating activities by reviewing design changes and providing input on cost and schedule impacts.

• Monitor project progress and performance metrics, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions as needed.

• Ensure all project documentation, including contracts, change orders, RFIs, and submittals, is accurate, organized, and up to date.

Essential Skills

• 510 years of experience in heavy industrial construction project management (25 years may be considered, but 510 years is preferred).

• Strong background in industrial construction, particularly on large-scale heavy industrial projects.

• Proficiency with Procore for project management, documentation, and collaboration.

• Experience with P6 / Primavera for project scheduling and planning.

• Knowledge of peaker plant or similar industrial power generation projects.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook for professional communication and calendar management.

• Proficiency in Bluebeam for drawing review and markup.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel, for reporting, documentation, and data analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to manage costs, contracts, and change orders on complex construction projects.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with project teams, clients, and design professionals.

• Ability to lead and oversee Project Engineers and coordinate their work in submittals, procurement, RFIs, and document control.

• Solid understanding of construction safety and quality practices in an industrial environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with large general contractors on multi-year industrial projects.

• background in construction management on heavy industrial or power-related projects.

• Ability to interpret and review technical drawings and specifications for cost and schedule impacts.

• Strong organizational skills for managing documentation, meeting agendas, and project records.

• Capability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment.

• Commitment to integrity, safety, and long-term project success.

• Interest in long-term career stability and growth within a nationwide construction organization.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site at a large-scale industrial peaker plant project in Wheatfield, IN. The assignment is expected to last approximately two years, with the overall project scheduled to conclude around the end of 2028, after which the consultant will transition to a new project. The work schedule consists of six 10-hour days per week for the project, with the scheduler typically working Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position requires daily on-site presence, and a per diem is available for non-local candidates. The environment is a heavy industrial construction site, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and collaboration. The organization promotes a family-oriented culture, values long-term career stability, and emphasizes balancing hard work with personal and family life, supported by strong commitments to safety and integrity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.29 - $62.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oakbrook Terrace,IL.

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