Project Manager - Light Industrial Construction

General Contractor with a strong presence across the Chicagoland areaStrong Project Pipeline with Clear Path for Career Growth About Our Client Our client is a growing General Contractor specializing in light industrial and warehouse construction across the Chicagoland market. With a strong pipeline of distribution centers, logistics facilities, cold storage, and manufacturing builds, they have established themselves as a reliable partner for developers and end-users in the industrial sector. Known for delivering projects on aggressive schedules, they offer a stable backlog, strong leadership, and clear opportunities for advancement. Job Description A successful Project Manager will:Manage light industrial construction projects from preconstruction through closeoutOversee subcontractor buyout, scope alignment, and contract administrationDevelop and manage project schedules, with a focus on fast-track deliveryLead coordination with civil, structural, and MEP tradesManage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentationTrack budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and financial performanceMaintain strong relationships with developers, owners, and stakeholdersCoordinate closely with Superintendents to ensure field execution aligns with project goalsIdentify and mitigate risks to maintain schedule and cost targetsSupport and mentor junior team members MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant The ideal Project Manager will have:5-10+ years of experience in construction with a General ContractorExperience with light industrial, warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing projectsStrong understanding of site work, building envelope, and large-scale coordinationProven ability to manage fast-paced, schedule-driven projectsProficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, or similar toolsStrong communication and leadership skills What's on Offer Our Project Manager will recieve:Base salary of $115-135KAnnual performance-based bonusMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company contributionVehicle allowance or car packageProfit sharing opportunitiesPTO and paid holidaysCompany phone and laptop providedClear path to Senior Project Manager and leadership roles Contact Elijah Williams Quote job ref JN-052026-7014315