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Project Manager - Retail and Restaurant Construction in Naperville

Date Posted: 27 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A growing commercial general contractor in the western Chicago suburbs is looking for an experienced Project Manager to run retail, restaurant and commercial interior projects. You'll own your projects from preconstruction through closeout, work closely with owners and field teams, and have a real voice in how the work gets done. Design-build experience is a big plus.

What You'll Do

  • Manage commercial, retail and restaurant projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Build and manage budgets, schedules, buyout and subcontracts
  • Lead design-build coordination with owners, architects and engineers
  • Track cost, change orders and forecasts, and report project status to owners and leadership
  • Partner with superintendents to keep projects safe, on schedule and on budget
  • Build lasting relationships with clients and trade partners

What You Bring

  • 7+ years of project management experience with a general contractor
  • Experience on retail, restaurant, tenant improvement or other commercial projects
  • Design-build experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of scheduling, estimating and contract management
  • Clear communication and solid organization skills
  • A degree in construction management, engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience

What We Offer

  • Pay range: $110,000–$145,000 per year, based on experience
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and paid time off
  • A collaborative team and a long-term career path

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. No sponsorship is available.

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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