Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Contracts Manager

An Architecture and Engineering firm is looking to add a Project Manager to their office in Chicago!

Responsibilities:

+ Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables across all project phases

+ Develop and monitor architectural and engineering work plans, including staffing and hours

+ Lead team of architects and engineers to ensure quality assurance and quality control for all deliverables, specifically construction drawings and specifications

+ Manage project scope changes to meet client expectations and contractual obligations

+ Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and authorities to resolve owner concerns

+ Serve as primary liaison between clients, contractors, and project team to ensure client relationships are maintained

Qualifications:

+ 10+ years of experience, including 5+ years in a Project Management role

+ Recent custom and quick serve/brand rollout restaurant project experience is required - some ground-up experience is also required

+ Proficiency in Bluebeam

+ Ability to produce and review construction documents in Revit

+ Prior experience leading construction administration, including RFIs and submittals

+ Strong understanding of project accounting, including monitoring project performance, forecast, and invoices

+ Ability to lead a team of 4-6 designers

+ Experience that is a plus:
Licensed Architect, Office 365 experience, Smart Sheet experience for scheduling

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Full health insurance - can share full benefits package to candidates PTO Holiday pay/sick pay

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026.

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