Related Midwest · 1 week ago
Senior Project Manager/ Vice President, Infrastructure (The 78)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
10+ years expRelated Midwest is a leading real estate firm focused on developing large-scale projects like The 78. The Senior Project Manager/Vice President will manage strategic planning for infrastructure, oversee design efforts, and ensure project alignment with goals while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.
ConsultingLeasingProperty ManagementReal Estate
Responsibilities
Develop and manage the strategic goals and objectives for the project during the design and construction phases in conjunction with the Executive Team
Responsible for drafting and monitoring project plans, budgets, and scopes to ensure alignment with organizational objectives
Lead the overall infrastructure strategy, ensuring alignment with the project’s design vision, phasing plan, and long-term operational goals
Develop the master infrastructure framework encompassing utilities, transportation networks, site grading, public realm interfaces, and sustainability systems
Close collaboration with Development and Construction teams to ensure program, schedule and budget goals are achieved
Manage the production of infrastructure related design drawings to ensure all relevant construction information is included
Monitor and document critical design and technical decisions to ensure they are consistent with project goals and delivered in a timely manner
Coordinate infrastructure planning with architectural, landscape, and building development teams to support future vertical construction
Coordinate presentations such that the extended team is informed throughout the design progress
Track milestones, budgets, assumptions and project risks
Facilitate timely decision-making
Review consultant drawings and documents for coordination, accuracy and quality
Draft and implement planning for multi-year development rollout
Work with Department Head to assemble the appropriate team of consultants in order to produce the highest quality product
Review and comment on all deliverables
Manage consultant’s budgets and discern the need for and request additional scope of work
Track and recommend approval of invoices based on consultant deliverables
Develop and maintain deliverable schedules
Collaborate closely with other Related Midwest teams so that documents are delivered and evaluated within the timelines established
Identify and maintain any timelines related to governing agency reviews
Conduct periodic coordination meetings involving related consultants so that information is shared and dialogue is consistent
Record and minute all meetings and keep track of attendees’ input
Provide support to clarify scope during bidding
Attend meetings with construction trades to clarify and/or direct any in-field design decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Construction Management or Engineering
Minimum of 10+ years of professional experience in project management leading infrastructure design and execution
5+ years in a leadership role overseeing complex projects
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead large teams in delivering complex, fast-track infrastructure projects
Deep understanding of utilities, roads, grading, stormwater management, and site circulation systems
Ability to coordinate civil, structural, landscape, and architectural systems across large, multi-building campuses or developments
Skilled in managing cross-disciplinary teams (civil engineers, MEP consultants, landscape architects, planners)
Experience translating master plans into phased infrastructure packages that anticipate future development
Ability to review and integrate detailed technical documents for alignment with design intent and standards
Familiarity with municipal and environmental regulations, utility coordination, and permitting processes
Experience interfacing with public agencies, utility providers, and approval authorities including CDOT, Metra and Army Corps of Engineers
Ability to interpret geotechnical, hydrological, and survey data to inform design decisions
Extensive construction/field experience along with well developed project management skills
Highly collaborative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problem solving, decision-making, strategic planning and organizational abilities
Preferred
License and Masters degree a plus
Benefits
Personalized Health Care: Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program
Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs
Social Wellness: 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching
Career Development: Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities
Company
Related Midwest
Related Midwest provides building maintenance, real estate, consulting, leasing, wealth, and property management services.
51-200 employees
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