Construction Project Manager - Chicago, United States - Leader Automotive Group

Leader Automotive Group

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Title:
Construction Project Manager

Department:
Real Estate and Facilities (Corporate)

Location:
Chicago, Illinois, United States

Classification:
Full Time, Onsite/ Hybrid - Travel required within Illinois

Compensation Range:
$85,000 - $110,000/ salary plus opportunity for annual bonus

AutoCanada and
Leader Automotive believe that taking care of our team members and setting them up for long-term success is what sets us apart from our competitors.

That is why we are proud to offer our full-time employees the following benefits to aid in their well-being and performance:

An extremely unique role like no other in the automotive industry
Competitive pay and a motivated group of AutoCanada & Leader Automotive employees to work alongside
BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans available
401K & Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Vacation and Flex (Sick) Time available for full time team members
Employee vehicle purchase & service programs
Continued professional development and the opportunity to grow your career with a North American automotive group operating in both Canada and the United States

Position Summary

Responsibilities:

Plan, schedule, organize, direct, control, evaluate and manage construction projects from start to finish in a highquality manner according to schedule, specifications and budget
Meet with AutoCanada and OEM stakeholders to review and capture design and build requirements
Collaborate with internal teams, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project scope and objectives
Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates and budget tracking to ensure project costs are within budget
Assist with preparation of RFP packages for both contractors and consultants, and establish the Project Team
Review in detail, all project related materials, including shop drawings, architectural drawings and project contracts to ensure OEM and AutoCanada compliance
Plan and prepare comprehensive project plans and construction schedules, milestones, and monitor progress against established schedules with Project Team
Scheduling, attending and leading project meetings and attend site meetings as required
Coordinate all construction activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, address issues, and ensure quality standards are met
Collaborate with contractors and subcontractors to resolve constructionrelated challenges
Coordination and maintenance of company facility standards
Prepare and maintain project status reports and monthly reporting on any budget to actual cost variances
Track, maintain, and manage any changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification and recording techniques, and provide regular updates
Minimize exposures and risk by implementing and auditing quality assurance controls
Administer business provisions of assigned contracts
Assist / manage procurement and project integration of ownersupplied items (furniture, signage, equipment, security, IT)
Coordinate with various AutoCanada departments on project execution
Assist with the administration of contract documents including contract changes
Enhance department and organization reputation by good governance, accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to your role and accomplishments
Ensure compliance and quality standards are being met

Employment Requirements

Must have a valid, current USissued Driver's License
Must pass preemployment background check and have an acceptable driving record
Post-Secondary education in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management related field preferred
Minimum 3 years in the construction industry, specialized in Project Management
Construction experience, particularly in a dealership environment strongly preferred
Detailed understanding of construction drawings, required
Knowledge of procurement regulations, policies, and practices
Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fastpaced environment, with excellent verbal and written communication skills when working with all levels of staff and vendors
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills (MS Suite office programs including Word, Excel, and Project) including the ability to use Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) programs a huge asset (CADD, AutoCAD, Revit)

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