Construction Project Manager at GWO Trucking Inc.

Join a thriving, family-owned construction company with a decade of success and a rapidly growing interior construction division. We are seeking a detail-oriented, innovative Construction Project Manager to join our people-centric team. Our company values resourcefulness, motivation, and a strong commitment to growth and excellence in the field. 

Location: Far South Side of Chicago

Work Schedule: 50 hours per week (7 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday; Saturdays as needed)

Who should apply

If you are a meticulous and organized person who is passionate about streamlining construction management with a focus on excellence, we invite you to apply for this thrilling opportunity! We are looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. You will organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

How you will Succeed

An excellent Construction Project Manager  must be well-versed in all construction project management methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals from different disciplines to achieve the best results. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind and great organizational skills. The goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding the budget.

Key Benefits 

• Competitive Base Salary 
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Attractive Bonus Plan

What you will be doing

• Collaborate with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the projects
• Effectively communicate and respond to customer bids and requests
• Source new bidding opportunities through private and government channels
• Utilize software to estimate project costs accurately
• Plan, enforce, and manage project schedules and budgets
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
• Coordinate with suppliers for material orders, scheduling, and verification
• Conduct site walks to identify and capitalize on viable opportunities
• Develop clear scopes of work for delivery to project teams and customers
• Accurately estimate and manage man-hours across multiple projects
• Partner with HR to hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities
• Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports

Who you will partner with 

• Internal: Executive Admin, HR Director, Laborers, Top Executive Team
  • Assist the management team in selecting projects aligned with company growth
• External: Subcontractors, Customer's Project Managers, Material Suppliers
  • Foster and maintain customer relationships to cultivate future opportunities

Minimum Qualifications 

• Background in managing construction projects  (educational or work experience)
• Willing to manage multiple small projects at one time (<$10,000/project)
• Experienced managing $2M projects 
• 2+ years of experience leading construction teams
• 2+ years of experience with corporate or government clients