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Senior Project Manager - PR/616137_1793799293

Senior Project Manager


Chicago
Permanent
$130,000 - $170,000 USD a year
Building Services
PR/616137_1793799293
Senior Project Manager

Company Summary:
A growing multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale building design projects across commercial, multifamily, higher education, K-12, municipal, healthcare, life sciences, and building performance sectors. This position offers the opportunity to manage complex projects, lead multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives.

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for...

  • Managing multiple large-scale new construction and retrofit projects from inception through completion
  • Leading multidisciplinary MEPFPIT engineering teams while maintaining project budgets and schedules
  • Coordinating with clients, architects, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders
  • Providing technical oversight and guidance across all building systems disciplines
  • Facilitating design coordination and driving successful project delivery
  • Mentoring engineers and supporting the technical development of project teams
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable building codes, energy standards, and industry regulations
  • Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
  • Supporting business development, sales, and marketing efforts
  • Identifying new project opportunities and helping expand the firm's client base

The Senior Project Manager should have the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Extensive experience managing large-scale building design and construction projects
  • Strong knowledge of MEPFPIT building systems and multidisciplinary coordination
  • Experience working directly with clients, architects, contractors, and consultants
  • Ability to lead multiple concurrent projects and engineering teams
  • Knowledge of applicable building and energy codes and standards
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and project excellence
  • Interest in sustainable and energy-efficient building design

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • LEED Accredited Professional, WELL, Passive House, or other sustainability certifications
  • Experience across commercial, healthcare, higher education, municipal, life sciences, or multifamily projects
  • Business development and client relationship management experience
  • Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary engineering teams

Why You Should Consider This Opportunity:

  • Diverse portfolio of projects across multiple market sectors
  • Opportunity to lead high-profile and technically complex projects
  • Strong emphasis on sustainability and innovative building design
  • Direct client interaction and business development exposure
  • Leadership and mentorship opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package

If you are interested in the Senior Project Manager role, please apply today.

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