CDO Group, Inc.

Commercial Construction Project Manager

LocationChicago, IL
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Job Description


Summary of Position

The primary role of a Project Manager is to carefully plan out each phase of the project, create benchmarks and KPIs to ensure awareness, distribute resources to the team, manage the overall budget of the project, and manage relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal Construction Project Manager candidate will be able to effectively manage projects so they are completed within budget, on time, and comply with the project documents. The Project Manager must be an effective communicator, able to multi-task, organized, and a team player.


Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

Assist with the development and maintenance of business relationships with Owners and their Franchisees, Architect/Engineers, and Contractors (Union and Open).
Assist with the coordination of the Contractor’s team to provide leadership for the duration of the project.
Participate in the preconstruction and bidding process.
Assist with the development and maintenance of the project schedule.
Participate in weekly meetings with the Project Team.
Communicate with the Architect, Owner, and/or Program Manager on all project issues.
Assist with the preparation and organization of Progress Meetings on a regularly scheduled basis.
Travel to on-site pre-construction meetings, progress visits, and punch walks.
Assist with the tracking of all potential change orders.
Assist with reviewing contractor applications for payment.
Assist with managing the project close-out process to facilitate timely release of retention.
On site in Illinois.


Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year


Requirements:


Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Smartsheets, and other project management tools is a plus.
Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks projects and demands.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Passionate and dedicated to high-quality work.
Trustworthy, self-motivated, and independent worker, with Team-orientation.


Minimum Qualifications

Must have Construction Project Management Experience.
Experience managing multiple simultaneous construction projects.
A minimum of at least five (5) years of experience managing Restaurant and Retail construction projects.
A minimum of at least five (5) years of ground-up experience in restaurant and retail construction projects.
Must be safety certified.


Schedule:

8-hour shift
Monday to Friday


Company Description

For 28 years, CDO Group has been serving top retail and restaurant brands across the nation. With our trusted partners, we are revolutionizing the commercial construction industry and redefining development program management. Our unwavering commitment to improvement benefits our customers, communities, partners, and ourselves. As a growing company, we foster a dynamic and influential culture of service centered on integrity, transparency, trust, candor, and accountability.

At CDO Group, we live by our Core Values:

Own It. No excuses, no shortcuts—just accountability and solutions.

Be a Partner, Not a Vendor. We build relationships, not just projects.

Communicate Clearly. No surprises. Just transparency, trust, and alignment.

Stay Ahead. We innovate, adapt, and find better ways to build.

Protect the Crew. Safety isn’t negotiable—it’s our responsibility.

Reputation is Everything. Integrity, honesty, and results define us.

For 28 years, CDO Group has been serving top retail and restaurant brands across the nation. With our trusted partners, we are revolutionizing the commercial construction industry and redefining development program management. Our unwavering commitment to improvement benefits our customers, communities, partners, and ourselves. As a growing company, we foster a dynamic and influential culture of service centered on integrity, transparency, trust, candor, and accountability. At CDO Group, we live by our Core Values: Own It. No excuses, no shortcuts—just accountability and solutions. Be a Partner, Not a Vendor. We build relationships, not just projects. Communicate Clearly. No surprises. Just transparency, trust, and alignment. Stay Ahead. We innovate, adapt, and find better ways to build. Protect the Crew. Safety isn’t negotiable—it’s our responsibility. Reputation is Everything. Integrity, honesty, and results define us.

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