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Senior Project Manager - K-12 Construction in Naperville

Date Posted: 11 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A respected general contractor in the Chicago area is hiring a Senior Project Manager to lead K-12 school projects.

What You'll Do

  • Lead K-12 projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Manage budgets, schedules, contracts and change orders
  • Work closely with school districts, architects and owner's representatives
  • Mentor project managers, assistant PMs and project engineers
  • Plan around school calendars, phasing and occupied buildings

What You Bring

  • 10+ years of project management experience with a general contractor
  • K-12 or public education project experience
  • Strong cost control and contract skills
  • Proven leadership of project teams
  • Degree in construction management, engineering or related field preferred

What We Offer

  • Pay range $135K–$175K plus bonus and benefits
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) and paid time off
  • Steady project backlog and room to grow

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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