Project manager - retail construction

CDO GROUP Provides General Contracting services for Multi-Unit Retail Centers, Quick Service Restaurants, Fitness Centers, Etc.

About CDO:

Formed in 1998 by a group of client-side development professionals in an effort to address the changing and often unpredictable development schedules facing retail companies. CDO Group has quickly grown into one of the top firms servicing the multi-unit retail industry with thousands of successfully executed projects nationwide.

We are searching for an experienced multi-site retail Construction Project Manager. We specialize in Restaurant and Retail, new construction and remodel programs for our national clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Manage the adherence and production of construction schedules from the conceptual phase to the construction phase

- Evaluate project cost working with estimators to prepare budget outlining both hard and soft costs

- Manage day to day activities with Superintendents

- Assist in securing building permits and contractor licenses

- Manage vendors/getting materials to job site

- Participate in weekly meetings with the Project Team

- Communicate with Architect, Owner and/or Program Manager on all project issues

- Negotiate contracts with owners/subcontractors

- Read blueprints and schematics

- Ensure safety protocols are in place for every project

- Manage change orders. Generating and gaining approvals

- Assist accounting with pay applications

- Manage the project close out process to facilitate timely release of retention

Knowledge, Experience and Special Skills Required

- A minimum of at least five (5) years of experience in managing Restaurant and Retail construction projects. Tenant Improvement and Ground ups.

- Degree in Construction Management, Business, or Engineering preferred or comparable experience

- Strong written and verbal communications skills

- Experience managing multiple simultaneous construction projects

- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Microsoft Project

- Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks projects and demands

- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

- Passionate and dedicated to high-quality work

- Trustworthy, self-motivated and independent worker, with team-orientation

- Drug screening and background check required

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time position and a competitive salary will be offered that is commensurate with the Ideal Candidate’s experience.

Medical/Dental/Life Coverage Available, paid holidays and paid time off comprise the generous benefits package.

Please contact here or email resume to [email protected] to setup an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Experience:

• Restaurant &/or Retail Construction Management: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Oak Park, IL 60304 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oak Park, IL 60304: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oak Park, IL 60304