Construction Manager - Federal Sector - NDER Program

Procon Consulting

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Urbana, Illinois, US on site Until 10/6/2026 8+ years exp First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering complex projects across the U.S. and worldwide. As an ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm, we provide exceptional opportunities for professionals to grow their careers.

Procon is seeking a Construction Manager for a long-term opportunity based in Urbana, IL, supporting renovation projects throughout Central Illinois. This role focuses on MEP (HVAC & Controls) and lighting replacement projects within occupied facilities. Candidates should have 8+ years of construction management experience managing renovations, mechanical upgrades, and fit-outs for complex organizations. This position requires travel throughout Central Illinois for extended periods, with GSA per diem provided.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Planning, or a related field.

  • 8+ years of experience as a Project Manager, Construction Manager, Owner's Representative, or General Contractor.

  • Experience managing renovation, HVAC/mechanical upgrades, lighting replacement, and fit-out projects in occupied facilities.

  • Background working with government agencies, healthcare systems, universities, or other complex organizations.

  • Experience managing projects valued at $10 million or greater preferred.

  • Strong communication, organization, project management, and client coordination skills.

  • Experience with project scheduling, estimating, cost management, quality assurance, and construction administration.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Procore, Kahua, or similar construction management software.

  • Willingness to travel extensively throughout Central Illinois, with possible overnight assignments.

  • Ability to provide a project list including project name, location, contract value, square footage, project scope, and individual role/responsibilities.

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead construction management and owner's representative services for renovation and MEP projects in occupied facilities.

  • Manage project schedules, budgets, logistics, and communication with clients, contractors, and design teams.

  • Monitor construction activities for quality, code compliance, and contract requirements.

  • Review construction documents, submittals, schedules, RFIs, and change orders.

  • Conduct site visits, prepare field reports, meeting minutes, and project documentation.

  • Coordinate projects through construction, commissioning, and closeout.

  • Work primarily daytime hours with occasional second-shift support as project needs require.

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Interested and qualified candidates please submit a cover letter and a resume.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

About this role

Summary

Manage renovation and MEP projects in occupied facilities, coordinate teams, ensure quality and code compliance.

Job title

Construction Manager - Federal Sector - NDER Program

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Urbana, Illinois; travel throughout Central Illinois; remote work not specified.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

construction managementproject schedulingestimatingcost managementsoftware proficiency

Preferred skills

government projectshealthcare systemsuniversitiesproject value over 10 million

Specializations

renovationMEPHVAClightingproject management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Urbana, IL, USA

On-site City