Project Manager

Clune Construction Company

. Support business development and project pursuits through RFP responses, client presentations, interviews, and preconstruction strategy .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,000 - $127,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction project management, including budget oversight, subcontractor procurement, and project execution planning. Proven ability to lead teams, manage financial performance, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.

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Construction Project ManagementBudget OversightSubcontractor ProcurementProject Execution PlanningRisk Mitigation

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Hard Skills

Value EngineeringConstructability ReviewsProject Scope DefinitionCost ControlContract NegotiationChange Order ManagementDocument ControlForecastingPunch List CompletionFinancial Closeout

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringCommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Construction ManagementBachelor of Science in ArchitectureBachelor of Science in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Commercial ConstructionGeneral ContractorRFP ResponsesClient PresentationsPreconstruction StrategyProject DocumentationTrade Partner SelectionOwner LiaisonFinancial HealthProject Closeout

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support business development and project pursuits through RFP responses, client presentations, interviews, and preconstruction strategy
Lead preconstruction efforts, including budgets, value engineering, constructability reviews, and project scope definition
Develop and implement project execution plans covering schedules, logistics, procurement, phasing, and construction activities
Lead subcontractor procurement, including bid packages, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, trade partner selection, and subcontract execution
Serve as primary liaison for owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners
Oversee project financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, billings, change orders, cost control, contingency, and financial health
Manage project documentation and controls, including RFIs, submittals, document control, reporting, contract administration, and forecasting
Identify and mitigate schedule, cost, procurement, constructability, contractual, and operational risks
Lead project closeout, including punch list completion, turnover documentation, owner deliverables, warranties, and final financial closeout
Develop project teams by mentoring Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering preferred
Prior experience working for a commercial general contractor preferred
Minimum of 5 years of construction project management experience
2-3 years of experience specifically in commercial construction required
Ability to complete the job requirements of all lower positions in the job family hierarchy
All candidates must provide a resume
Complies with all policies and standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
Fitness Program
Pet Insurance