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F.H. Paschen

Project Manager - JOC

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
90K-135K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
90K-135K Annually
Senior level
Manage construction Job Order Contracts and work orders in the Chicago region, overseeing project teams, superintendents, proposals, cost reports, schedules, change orders, subcontractors, quality assurance, safety plans, and owner communications. The role also manages financial disputes, MBE/WBE subcontracting requirements, EEO/affirmative action obligations, and multiple projects simultaneously.
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F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen.

The Project Manager is responsible for Job Order Contracts and/or work orders in the Chicago region.  The Manager reports directly to the Regional Operations Manager or Vice President for the Group.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the management of the construction contract(s) and/or work orders
  • Supervisory responsibility for project team assigned to contract(s) and/or work orders
  • Collaborate with other Project Manager(s) in the office, as necessary.
  • Collaborate and monitor Superintendent(s) performance on contracts and/or work orders
  • Create and collaborate on work proposals
  • Negotiate financial disputes and change orders with owners
  • Administrative point of contact for the owner
  • Understand details of project scope of work
  • Create and maintain project cost reports
  • Document and negotiate changes that may affect project completion or contract costs with subcontractors and owners
  • Develop field quality assurance and quality control plan with Superintendent
  • Collaboration of project safety plan with Superintendent(s)
  • Responsible for managing MBE/WBE subcontracting requirements
  • Responsible for EEO/Affirmative action contract requirements
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
  • B.S in Construction Management or Engineering and / or 10 years of construction experience. 
  • Minimum of 6 years managing construction projects
  • Experience managing Job Order Contract projects preferred
  • Experience with eGordian and/or RSMeans preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and personnel simultaneously
  • Knowledge of construction, design, cost reporting and cash flow management
  • Proficiency in Project Management and Scheduling Software
  • Great communication and organizational skills

Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401K matching
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Eligibility for Year End Bonus
  • LifeLock Subscription

Pay Range

$90,000-$135,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.

F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.

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