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Plante Moran Realpoint (PMR), affiliate entity of Plante & Moran, PLLC (PM) provides fully integrated Program Management/Owners Representation and Real Estate Services exclusively to corporations and institutional organizations.

We are on the lookout for a dynamic and vibrant builder professional with outstanding interpersonal skills to take on the role of Construction Project Manager with our senior living clients. This exciting position involves overseeing either large-scale projects or multiple programs of varying scope and scale.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to engage with a wide range of clients and vendors, demonstrating exceptional communication and technical prowess. They will be adept at educating clients on risk factors, including preconstruction and management of vendors and budgets.

If you are someone who thrives in dynamic environments and excels at managing complex projects, we would love to hear from you!

Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to:
Provide program leadership by working with existing clients.
Collaborate directly with clients to oversee multiple vendors and client stakeholders involved in designing and constructing the program including procuring vendors (A/E, constructor, etc.), managing the program to ensure adherence to budget and schedule, and aligning with project objectives.
Advise on program risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
Offer guidance on best practices and industry standards for contracting methods, program scheduling, and budget decisions.
Provide advice on issue resolution in line with project objectives.
Interact, coordinate, and communicate effectively with all levels of client management and support staff.
Attend and participate in meetings with the client, architect, contractors, and other professional service providers.
Review vendor invoices, billings, and pay applications to ensure compliance with the program budget and lender procedures.
Evaluate design and construction issues, RFI’s, submittals throughout construction of the program.
Prepare and deliver presentations to clients as requested, including regular project updates.
Work within an internal team to ensure the implementation and compliance of P&M and PMR policies and procedures on projects.

The qualifications.

Engineering Degree, Architecture Degree, or Construction Management Degree from an accredited college or university
8+ years of building, design, and construction experience in the following areas: project management, construction administration or construction field management
Construction field experience on large-scale residential, commercial, or institutional work and knowledge of construction best practices are required.
Understanding of the design process that drives scope and budget development is required.
Construction cost estimating experience is desirable
Experience with vertical construction is desirable.
Experience with design or construction of senior living or multi-family housing is desirable.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Bluebeam, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project Scheduling Software.
Qualified individuals must either reside in or near the Chicago area or be willing to relocate to these areas for this opportunity. Expect site visits and in-person client meetings 1-2 days per week and occasional overnight travel (up to 25%).

What makes us different?

On the surface, we’re one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll see what makes us different: we’re a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody ‘s perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” and an endless array of opportunities.  At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now.

Plante Moran enjoys a “Workplace for Your Day” model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in-person model. We believe that face-to-face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.  

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person’s ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize — and celebrate — our many human differences, we’re able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest in our positions, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.   

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

We are pleased to offer eligible staff a robust benefits package. Eligibility and contribution requirements for some of these benefits vary based on the number of hours staff work per week. Highlights include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. In addition to this, eligible staff are able to take advantage of our Flexible Time Off and various pre-determined holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, business-related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement for business-related use. A pension plan is also available for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Plante Moran also offers some contingent staff positions the option to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time.

The compensation range reflects the base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this position across our offices in the following regions: CO, IL, OH, and MA. Please review the position description for the applicable geographic location. Generally, experienced hires are not hired at or near the maximum salary range, as compensation decisions take into account a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to: responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. For early career roles, including campus hires, we offer standardized, market-based starting salaries among individuals within the same hiring group. This approach ensures fairness and reflects current industry benchmarks for entry-level talent.

Under Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act, you have the right to redact, from any documents that you submit in connection with your application, information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Should you wish to exercise your right to redact such information, please redact it prior to submitting documentation.

The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is: $130,000-$160,000

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