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Reed Construction · 1 month ago

Senior Project Manager - Custom Homes

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$120K/yr - $165K/yr

8+ years exp

Reed Construction is a family-owned and Chicago-based company that has been a leader in the industry for over 130 years. They are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead custom home design/build and commercial projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while building strong client relationships.

Building MaterialReal Estate

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of project outcomes—responsible for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction from preconstruction through closeout

Lead the development and execution of estimates, schedules, GMPs, and contract documents with accuracy and clarity

Negotiate and execute contracts and scopes of work with owners, subcontractors, and vendors; ensure alignment with project goals

Drive financial performance through proactive cost management, forecasting, change order oversight, and timely billing

Ensure full team alignment by clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and expectations across all phases of the project

Anticipate risks, identify long-lead items, and implement proactive solutions to maintain project momentum

Partner closely with field supervision to ensure quality standards, safety compliance, and efficient workflows

Foster accountability and visibility across the project team; maintain regular, effective communication

Handle multiple projects concurrently at various stages and locations

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, consultants, and subcontractors

Represent Reed at industry events, client meetings, and networking functions

Collaborate with the Marketing & Sales team on RFP strategies and pursuit efforts

Identify repeat business and new opportunities through outstanding project execution

Qualification

Construction ManagementFinancial ManagementProject ManagementOn-Screen TakeoffSage/TimberlineMicrosoft ProjectClient PresentationAnalytical SkillsLeadershipNegotiationProblem-SolvingCommunicationOrganizational Skills