Project Manager - Light Industrial Construction

apartmentMichael Page placeDowners Grove calendar_month 

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 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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
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