Project Manager - Light Industrial Construction
Michael Page Downers Grove
About Our Client
Our client is a growing General Contractor specializing in light industrial and warehouse construction across the Chicagoland market. With a strong pipeline of distribution centers, logistics facilities, cold storage, and manufacturing builds, they have established themselves as a reliable partner for developers and end-users in the industrial sector.Known for delivering projects on aggressive schedules, they offer a stable backlog, strong leadership, and clear opportunities for advancement.
Job Description
A successful Project Manager will:
- Manage light industrial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
- Oversee subcontractor buyout, scope alignment, and contract administration
- Develop and manage project schedules, with a focus on fast-track delivery
- Lead coordination with civil, structural, and MEP trades
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
- Track budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and financial performance
- Maintain strong relationships with developers, owners, and stakeholders
- Coordinate closely with Superintendents to ensure field execution aligns with project goals
- Identify and mitigate risks to maintain schedule and cost targets
- Support and mentor junior team members
MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
The ideal Project Manager will have:
- 5-10+ years of experience in construction with a General Contractor
- Experience with light industrial, warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing projects
- Strong understanding of site work, building envelope, and large-scale coordination
- Proven ability to manage fast-paced, schedule-driven projects
- Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, or similar tools
- Strong communication and leadership skills
What's on Offer
Our Project Manager will recieve:
- Base salary of $120-140K
- Annual performance-based bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Vehicle allowance or car package
- Profit sharing opportunities
- PTO and paid holidays
- Company phone and laptop provided
- Clear path to Senior Project Manager and leadership roles
Michael PageDowners Grove
The Successful Applicant
The ideal Project Manager will have:
• 2-5 years of commercial construction experience
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and documentation
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent...
Michael PageChicago, 22 mi from Downers Grove
protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction
• MUST have strong estimating skills
• Bachelor's degree in construction engineering or related discipline preferred...
Michael PageChicago, 22 mi from Downers Grove
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