Construction Project Manager
Leads campus construction, renovation, and capital improvement projects at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, managing the full lifecycle from planning, budgeting, and design through procurement, construction oversight, and closeout. Core work involves contractor/vendor coordination, financial stewardship, and code-compliant delivery in an occupied campus environment.
- Compensation
- $85K–$95K / yr
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent education/experience)
- Minimum 5 years of project management experience in commercial construction, renovation, or capital project delivery
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in active, occupied environments
- Strong understanding of construction methods, project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration
- Working knowledge of applicable national, state, and local building codes and regulations
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with diverse stakeholder groups
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based collaboration tools
- Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and drive projects to completion
- Ability to frequently walk, stand, climb stairs/ladders, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
- Alignment with Moody Bible Institute's mission, doctrinal beliefs, and Christian values; affirm Statement of Faith and Community Standards
Nice to have
- Experience with campus, institutional, higher education, healthcare, or mission-based facility projects
- Experience in space planning and familiarity with CAD software
- Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and Building Automation Systems (BAS)
- Experience with contractor procurement, estimating, project accounting, and value engineering
- Familiarity with classroom, conference room, and workplace technology infrastructure
Full description
Location: Onsite, Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation Range: $85,000 – 95,000
The compensation above is the estimated hiring range for this position. Final offers are determined based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, internal equity, and other job-related considerations.
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Build Spaces That Support a Greater Purpose.
Are you a proactive construction professional who thrives on turning vision into reality? Moody Bible Institute is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead meaningful campus improvement projects that support education, ministry, and student life while helping advance our mission of equipping people to impact the world for Christ.
About Us
Moody Bible Institute is a Christ-centered higher education and media ministry dedicated to equipping people with the truth of God's Word. Through trusted biblical teaching, media, and educational resources, Moody reaches audiences around the world with the gospel and seeks to make a lasting Kingdom impact.
The Opportunity
Moody Bible Institute (MBI) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Construction Project Manager to lead the planning, design, and delivery of capital improvement, renovation, and construction projects across campus.
Reporting to the Director of Planning and Construction, the Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing projects throughout the entire lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout. This role serves as the primary point of coordination among internal stakeholders and external project partners to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with institutional objectives.
The successful candidate will bring strong project leadership, financial stewardship, and communication skills, along with a commitment to delivering high-quality facilities that support Moody's educational mission.
What You’ll DoProject Planning & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build collaborative partnerships with internal departments, leadership teams, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Lead project planning efforts and facilitate approval processes from project inception through completion.
- Ensure projects align with institutional priorities, campus planning initiatives, and operational requirements.
Design & Pre-Construction Management
- Coordinate feasibility studies, test-fit analyses, constructability reviews, and campus impact assessments.