Construction Project Manager, NSET

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT:

Elevate is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Chicago. We design and implement programs that reduce costs, protect people and the environment, and ensure the benefits of clean and efficient energy reach those who need them most. We're pursuing our mission of a just and equitable world where everyone has affordable heat, power, and water in their homes and communities. We are growing nationally – expanding the reach of our programs, services, and research in collaboration with partner organizations.

OUR PEOPLE AND CULTURE:

At Elevate, our organization's greatest asset is the people we attract. Elevate employees co-create our energetic and collaborative environment, where constant learning and service to others take priority. We want our team to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of innovation. We seek dynamic, hardworking individuals inspired to work with people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Every day we make a difference by placing our team, clients, and community partners first. From our mission to our focus on staff well-being and career development opportunities, there's no better place to grow your career than Elevate.

Construction Project Manager

The Construction Project Manager is part of the National Strategic Engagement Team (NSET) and oversees all aspects of a construction project from start to finish, ensuring it’s completed on time and within budget, while managing budgets, schedules, resources, and communicating effectively with building owners, clients, contractors, project managers, and other stakeholders. This position is an expert technical advisor and works closely with Program Managers, Engineers, and other team members to advance affordable building efficiency upgrades, solar, and decarbonization projects.

The Construction Project Manager reports to the Manager, Project Construction. This position is located in Michigan and currently remote with on-site work performed as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation of energy efficiency, building electrification, and high-performance building upgrade projects.
• Manage building upgrade and construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and implementation plans.
• Serve as the primary client contact, providing regular updates and addressing project needs.
• Coordinate contractors and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Conduct site assessments, inspections, and project closeout activities.
• Monitor project costs, manage change orders, and approve contractor invoices following inspection.
• Track project progress and maintain accurate documentation in project management systems.
• Oversee contractor performance, including vetting, communication, and issue resolution.
• Guide contractors on energy efficiency and building electrification measures such as weatherization, heat pumps, solar, and energy storage.
• Ensure compliance with program requirements, contracts, and safety standards.
• Support efforts to expand participation of diverse contractors.
• Contribute to program development, strategic initiatives, and continuous improvement of construction practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, environmental studies, environmental science, solar and sustainability, or building science preferred; or at least five (5) years successfully managing construction projects, or relevant lived experience.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Ability to understand technical requirements and convey technical information to contractors, such as eligibility of specific equipment and documentation required to complete installations.
• Well-versed in a wide array of construction and energy efficiency methodologies and procedures.
• Able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results in support of energy efficiency, electrification projects, and the Elevate mission.
• In-depth understanding of energy efficiency, environmental health, and electrification programs.
• Extensive experience working with various trades, with knowledge of traditional HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems and familiarity with solar, ASHP and geothermal systems.
• Capacity to manage a high volume of work and complex situations.
• Strong ability to build relationships and work with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Self-starter with exceptional organizational, time management, and project coordination skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Ability to work independently and employ problem solving skills when encountering obstacles.
• Passion for Elevate’s mission of equitable climate action.

Compensation

The total compensation for this position includes health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.), defined contribution benefit (401k with contribution), professional development, generous paid time off policies, and a flexible schedule. This is an exempt individual contributor position with a salary range of $80,000 – $90,000, based on experience.

Anti-Discrimination Policy

Elevate is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Accommodation

Elevate will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace, and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation, or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to Elevate. Contact the People Team with any questions or requests for accommodations.