Construction Manager | Owner's Rep Developer | WFH Flexibility

Owner's Rep Developer | Fully Integrated Real Estate Firm We're partnered with a fast-growing, fully integrated real estate company that's looking to add a Construction Manager to its Chicago team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a General Contractor background who's interested in making the move to the owner/developer side and becoming involved in projects from initial concept through final delivery. The company has built an outstanding reputation delivering high-quality real estate projects across multifamily, residential, mixed-use, commercial, and other sectors and continues to expand its portfolio across multiple markets throughout the U.S. With a strong track record of successful developments and a growing pipeline of future opportunities, they offer the stability of an established organization while maintaining the collaborative feel of a growing team. In this role, you'll play a key part in overseeing projects from the owner's perspective, working alongside General Contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to drive successful project execution. You'll be involved throughout the entire process — from early planning and design through construction and final turnover — gaining valuable exposure to all aspects of real estate development. What You'll Be Doing: Represent ownership throughout the design, preconstruction, and construction process Manage third-party General Contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants Participate in site evaluations, feasibility reviews, budgeting, and early project planning Assist with contractor bidding, procurement, and GMP contract negotiations Coordinate permitting, utility planning, and design team activities Monitor project schedules, budgets, change orders, owner draws, and overall project performance Oversee QA/QC, construction progress, and project turnover Provide regular project updates to internal leadership and ownership teams Conduct occasional day trips to project sites as needed What They're Looking For: 5+ years of construction experience , ideally with a General Contractor Experience managing ground-up residential, multifamily, mixed‑use, hospitality, or commercial construction projects Strong understanding of budgeting, scheduling, project controls, and construction management Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills Someone interested in transitioning to the owner/developer side and gaining full project lifecycle exposure Competitive base salary up to $170k + bonus opportunity Flexible hybrid work environment with the ability to work remotely several days per week Occasional local/regional travel for project site visits as needed Opportunity to work on high‑profile residential, multifamily, mixed‑use, and commercial projects from concept through completion Direct exposure to development, acquisitions, design, and construction teams Clear long‑term career growth within a rapidly expanding real estate organization Collaborative team environment with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on every project If you're looking to leverage your construction experience while gaining firsthand exposure to the development side of the business, I'd love to tell you more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Flowtec Construction