Navigate Search · 1 day ago
Project Manager - Office / TI Projects - Downtown Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expNavigate Search is a real estate development and construction firm that manages a diverse portfolio of projects across North America. They are seeking a motivated Construction Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects, focusing on office buildouts and renovations, while ensuring quality and adherence to schedules and budgets.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Jory Hayes
Responsibilities
Lead and manage office buildout, renovation, and TI construction projects from planning through completion
Oversee project budgets, schedules, procurement, and cost control
Direct the work of subcontractors, consultants, and vendors; ensure contract compliance
Coordinate closely with superintendents and field teams to ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
Conduct regular progress meetings with internal teams, ownership, design partners, and subcontractors
Ensure client expectations are clearly communicated and met throughout the project lifecycle
Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
Support project close-out, punch lists, commissioning, and turnover activities
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in building construction, preferably commercial interiors, renovations, and TI projects
Experience managing or working with union subcontractors required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance
Proven ability to lead meetings and coordinate across field and office teams
Preferred
Local Chicago market experience strongly preferred
Benefits
Performance and project based bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits + retirement program
Career development and advancement opportunities
Company
Navigate Search
At Navigate Search, we engage exclusively with premier businesses and the market’s most sought-after candidates.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
John Gaw
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Steven Silverman
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
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