Construction Project Manager

wight· Construction
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📍 Darien, Illinois, United States💰 USD 110K–150K

About this role

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win? Then consider joining Wight & Company. We’re a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we’re looking for a talented professional to join our team.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with the preconstruction team to develop work scopes, solicit bids, conduct scope reviews and negotiate subcontracts
  • Communicating with clients on project issues to assure client satisfaction
  • Develop and maintain overall project schedules; work with all parties to avoid delays
  • Assure the timely review/processing of submittals, pay applications and other project documentation
  • Manage Subcontractors; coordinate/communicate with subs in a professional manner
  • Prepare project reports, including cost reports, monthly reports and schedule updates
  • Facilitate RFI resolution with Owner and design team
  • Oversees change order management process
  • Responsible for the overall project financial management
  • Support project team on overall project requirements
  • Support bid pursuits, proposal preparation and new client development
  • Develops and adheres to project quality control plan
  • Collaborates with the design team from project initiation to completion

 

BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS:

  • Engineering or Construction Management undergraduate degree required
  • Masters in CM a plus
  • 7+ years Project Management experience on commercial/institutional projects
  • OSHA 30 a plus
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with project management, trade contractors, architects and engineers and the ability to resolve issues with minimal supervision. 
  • Experience with bidding work, developing work scopes, subcontractor management project scheduling and cost reporting required.
  • Microsoft Office Suite required
  • Microsoft Project expected
  • Procore and CMiC knowledge a plus
  • Knowledge of Building Information Modeling, Revit software desired.

 

Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.

Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetics, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Construction Project Manager role at wight?
The listed salary for this Construction Project Manager position at wight is USD 110K–150K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Construction Project Manager position at wight located?
This Construction Project Manager role at wight is based in Darien, Illinois, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Construction Project Manager at wight belong to?
This Construction Project Manager position is part of the Construction department at wight. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Construction Project Manager position at wight?
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When was the Construction Project Manager job at wight posted?
This Construction Project Manager position at wight was posted on Sep 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Construction Project Manager
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