Construction Project Manager

Construction Property Manager

First Midwest Group

Position Summary

First Midwest Group is seeking a highly organized and proactive Residential & Commercial Construction Property Manager to oversee new residential construction projects and select commercial construction initiatives throughout our growing real estate portfolio.

This role is responsible for managing projects from planning through completion, serving as the primary liaison between contractors, vendors, municipal officials, ownership, and internal stakeholders. Approximately 80% of the role will focus on residential new construction and development, while 20% will be dedicated to commercial construction, tenant improvements, renovations, and capital improvement projects.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction professional with strong project management, budgeting, vendor management, and communication skills who can successfully oversee multiple projects while ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Project Management

• Manage all phases of residential construction projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and closeout.
• Oversee select commercial construction, renovation, tenant improvement, and capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor project progress.
• Proactively identify and resolve project risks, delays, and budget variances.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, zoning requirements, permits, and safety regulations.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to prioritize and execute commercial facility improvement projects.

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Solicit bids, evaluate proposals, and recommend contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, utility providers, inspectors, architects, and engineers.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure accountability to project expectations.
• Review and approve invoices, change orders, and payment requests.
• Manage commercial build-out and renovation vendors to ensure timely project completion.

Budget & Financial Oversight

• Develop and manage project budgets and construction cost forecasts.
• Track expenditures and provide regular project status and financial reports.
• Analyze project costs and identify opportunities for savings and operational efficiencies.
• Assist with capital planning and future development initiatives.
• Evaluate commercial capital improvement projects and return-on-investment opportunities.
• Ensure projects align with company investment objectives and financial goals.

Property Transition & Asset Management

• Coordinate project turnover from construction to ongoing property operations.
• Lead final walkthroughs, punch list completion, and occupancy readiness activities.
• Maintain project documentation, warranties, manuals, permits, and records.
• Support residential leasing readiness and commercial tenant occupancy preparation.
• Assist with asset preservation strategies and long-term property value enhancement.

Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related communications.
• Provide regular updates to ownership and senior leadership regarding project status, budgets, and key milestones.
• Build productive relationships with municipalities, inspectors, contractors, consultants, and community stakeholders.
• Prepare project reports, schedules, and executive-level summaries.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Real Estate, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, property development, project management, or a related field.
• Experience overseeing residential new construction projects, including single-family, multifamily, townhome, or community developments.
• Experience with budgeting, contract administration, and vendor management.
• Experience managing commercial renovations, tenant improvements, office build-outs, or capital improvement projects is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of residential and commercial construction methods and project lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of local building codes, permitting processes, and construction best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong project scheduling and organizational skills.
• Excellent financial acumen and budget management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction Management certification, PMP certification, or similar industry credentials.
• Experience managing both residential and commercial construction projects.
• Real estate development, property management, or commercial property operations experience.
• Experience overseeing projects from land acquisition through occupancy.
• Knowledge of residential rental property operations and investment strategies.

Success Measures

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Timely completion of residential and commercial construction projects.
• Adherence to approved project budgets and capital expenditure plans.
• Quality of completed developments and improvements.
• Effective vendor and contractor performance management.
• Successful occupancy readiness and project turnover.
• Execution of commercial renovation and tenant improvement projects.
• Contribution to the growth, profitability, and long-term value of the First Midwest Group real estate portfolio.

Compensation & Benefits

• $95,000 - $115,000 annually
• 401(k) Company Match (up to 4%)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
• Residential and/or Commercial Construction Management: 5+ years (Preferred)
• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• In Person

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Residential Construction Management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Blueprint reading: 5 years (Required)
• CAD: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person