Job Title: Project Director Job Description This role involves managing retail and restaurant projects, overseeing the client relationship from initial assessment through design concept presentations, and ensuring a positive client experience throughout the project's delivery. The Project Director will work closely with design and technical teams to shape and understand the project scope and will be responsible for presenting and collaborating with clients on approved projects. The position requires establishing and adhering to set budgets, promptly informing senior project managers or clients of any potential budget variances, and making appropriate modifications. Additionally, the role involves managing collections for assigned projects and identifying new business opportunities with existing and potential clients. Responsibilities + Manage the overall client relationship from initial assessment to final project delivery. + Collaborate with design and technical teams to define project scope. + Present and work with clients on approved projects. + Establish and ensure adherence to project budgets. + Inform relevant parties of any budget variances and make necessary adjustments. + Manage collections for assigned projects and address any issues with timely collections. + Identify and pursue new business opportunities. + Assign tasks, oversee work, and provide feedback to staff involved in the project. Essential Skills + 10+ years of Construction Project Management experience. + 2-5+ years in a Director or Executive role. + Experience in commercial projects, preferably retail or restaurant. + Proficiency in project management software such as Building Connected, Procore, and Microsoft Project. + Experience in writing and negotiating contracts for services, consultants, and contractors. + Effective communication skills to manage and lead team members at all levels. Work Environment The position is based in a newly renovated office in the Northside of Chicago, near O'Hare, with approximately 10-15 employees. The role requires in-office presence five days a week, with occasional site visits. The office fosters a tight-knit culture and offers the opportunity to work with one of the top general contractors in the Chicagoland area. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $67.30/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.