Senior Project Manager - Ground Up Multi-Family

The Senior Project Manager will lead ground‑up multi‑family projects in the Naperville and surrounding suburban markets. This role is ideal for a construction leader with experience managing horizontal and vertical residential construction, coordinating large subcontractor scopes, and navigating suburban building codes and municipalities.

Client Details

Our client is a well‑established general contractor and developer‑builder with a strong presence throughout the western suburbs of Chicago. They specialize in ground‑up multi‑family construction, including townhome communities and garden‑style apartment complexes, and are known for delivering high‑quality residential developments through strong planning, disciplined execution, and long‑term trade partnerships.

Description

• Lead ground‑up construction of townhome communities and apartment complexes
• Manage projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and work plans
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and performance
• Coordinate with local municipalities, inspectors, and utility providers
• Ensure compliance with local and state building codes
• Drive site safety programs and enforce OSHA standards
• Review and manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Partner closely with Superintendents to maintain schedule and quality
• Provide accurate project reporting to executive leadership

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience managing ground‑up multi‑family construction
• Experience with townhomes, apartment complexes, or garden‑style developments
• Strong knowledge of building codes and municipal requirements
• Proven subcontractor and vendor management experience
• OSHA 30 certification required
• Proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Project
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Long‑term project pipeline in the western suburbs
• Minimal overnight travel
• Opportunity for continued growth with a stable builder

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