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Project Manager - Aviation Construction in Chicago

Date Posted: 28 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A well-established general contractor in Chicago is looking for a Project Manager to lead aviation construction projects. You'll own your projects from budgeting and bidding through closeout and be the go-to contact for clients and project teams in busy, active airport environments.

What You'll Do

  • Lead aviation and airport projects from preconstruction and bidding through closeout
  • Build and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost control
  • Bid, buy out and manage subcontractors and suppliers
  • Build strong client relationships and keep owners informed with clear updates
  • Coordinate schedules, submittals, RFIs and change orders with design teams and field staff
  • Keep work safe, on schedule and on budget in secure, operating facilities

What You Bring

  • 5+ years of construction project management experience with a general contractor
  • Aviation, airport or other complex, occupied-facility project experience strongly preferred
  • Strong budgeting, cost control and subcontractor management skills
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Confident, clear communicator who enjoys working directly with clients

What We Offer

  • Pay range: $110,000–$145,000 per year, based on experience
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) and paid time off
  • A collaborative team and a strong pipeline of aviation work

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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