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Project Manager I, Fulfillment & Distribution Centers

Ryan Companies US, Inc.
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 04, 2025

Job Description:

The Project Manager is responsible for the administration of assigned fulfillment and distribution center construction projects, including specific phases of project management under supervision. This includes managing schedules, cost projections, contracts, and project status reports. Project sizes typically range from $1M to $10M+. In this role, you will work directly with owners/clients, field superintendents, subcontractors, internal accounting, and the construction management team to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and schedule-driven projects in the fast-paced industrial and logistics sector.

Some things you can expect to do:

  • Participate in owner/client sales presentations, particularly for industrial and logistics facility projects.

  • Contribute to design development, budget preparation, and project scheduling.

  • Share job cost responsibility with supervising PM or Division Manager by keeping them informed of progress and challenges.

  • Under supervision, prepare and control budgets, schedules, and bid documents; negotiate and award subcontracts; assist in preparing profit projections.

  • Support and/or lead jobsite coordination meetings and prepare job status reports.

  • Manage project close-out duties, including final cost reconciliation, punch lists, final billing, and collection of fees.

To be successful in this role:

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Project and other project management tools.

  • General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing.

  • Proven ability to manage light industrial construction projects, specifically fulfillment centers, distribution centers, warehouses, and related logistics facilities.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with superintendents, subcontractors, and owners/clients.

  • Minimum of six months each in estimating/preconstruction and field experience.

  • Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

  • Willingness to travel and/or relocate as needed to execute projects.

  • Minimum of 4 years of commercial construction experience, preferably with industrial projects in the $1M-$10M+ range.

RYAN COMPETENCIES

Relationships

  • Builds trusting and productive relationships. (Maximizes Relationships)

  • Supports and collaborates with others. (Cultivates Teamwork)

  • Draws on self and interpersonal awareness to navigate people and situations. (Manages Impact)

  • Pursues customer input and feedback and adapts accordingly. (Customer Centricity)

Results

  • Maintains perseverance in the face of obstacles. (Demonstrates Resilience)

  • Persistent in working through tasks and following through on obligations. (Executes Work)

  • Sets and tracks ambitious goals and strives for excellence. (Drives Results)

Insights

  • Thinks deeply and broadly to identify opportunities. (Thinks Strategically)

  • Identifies solutions and finds a way forward when faced with new and unfamiliar situations. (Navigates Ambiguity)

  • Thinks through problems and leverages relevant information to draw conclusions. (Solves Problems)

Leadership

  • Models a willingness to take risks and do things differently. (Pursues Change)

  • Communicates thoughts and feelings in an authentic, genuine, and expressive manner. (Displays Courage)

  • Makes decisions and provides direction to and/or influence on others. (Directs Others)

  • Provides coaching and supports the development of individuals and teams to maximize performance and growth. (Develops Talent)

Valuing Differences

  • Seeks to understand the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. (Empathy)

  • Recognizes own biases and blind spots, making an effort to mitigate their impact. (Self Awareness)

  • Incorporates others' diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives to get results. (Inclusive Mindset)

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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