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Description

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead and oversee office buildouts for a preeminent Chicago real estate client of ours! This long-term contract position is based in Chicago, Illinois, and requires a results-driven individual with strong leadership and organizational skills. The role involves managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project milestones are met, and delivering high-quality outcomes. This role will manage multiple office fit-out projects while providing program management oversight. Additionally the role will supervise local Project Managers while ensuring projects meet timeline, budget, and quality expectations, along with handling reporting responsibilities.

Key Technical Skills

• Comprehensive project management (communication, schedule development, coordination) • Interpretation and understanding of design drawings and technical specifications

• Program management and stakeholder reporting Stakeholder Management

• Report directly to the Development Manager

• Coordinate and build relationships with internal client stakeholders including: Audio/Visual teams, Security departments, Network infrastructure teams, and other technical disciplines as required

• Provide occasional reporting to executive leadership Project Portfolio Currently managing three office fit-out locations in a supervisory capacity:

• Oversee local Project Managers who drive weekly meetings

• Monitor stakeholder coordination with architects and contractors • Provide program management across multiple projects

• Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly reports Program management responsibilities include:

• Ensure consistency and quality across multiple project sites • Identify and address program-level risks and dependencies

• Maintain program documentation and reporting standards • Support local PMs with escalated issues or complex coordination

• Align project objectives with broader organizational goals Required Competencies

• Ability to interpret architectural and technical drawings • Strategic thinking and resource optimization

Requirements

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with keen attention to detail.

• Strong project and program management expertise

• Proven ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.

• Strong leadership capabilities, including mentoring and providing constructive feedback.

• Comprehensive understanding of production processes, quality control, and cost optimization.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience; certifications in project management preferred.

• Travel Requirements Minimal travel should be expected

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