Job Information
Actalent Project Manager in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
Job Title: Project Manager – Owner’s Representative (Corporate Interior Renovations)
Job Description
This Project Manager serves as a dedicated owner’s representative and trusted advisor throughout the full lifecycle of corporate interior renovation projects—from initial concept and design through construction, commissioning, and closeout. Acting as the project owner’s eyes and ears, this role provides a single point of coordination between the owner and all external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on scope, on budget, and on schedule.
Responsibilities
3–5 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager on the owner’s side
Proven experience delivering corporate interior renovation projects
Background in commercial construction and construction management
Hands‑on project management and coordination experience in active construction environments
Proficient with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management tools
Strong understanding of RFIs and change orders and their impact on scope, cost, and schedule
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with owners, designers, and contractors
High‑energy, proactive, solutions‑driven mindset
Ability to work onsite in Oak Brook, 5 days/week
Essential Skills
3–5 years of experience acting as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager on the owner’s side for construction projects.
Demonstrated experience with corporate interior renovation projects on the owner’s side.
Background in commercial construction and construction management.
Hands-on experience with project management, project coordination, and project engineering in a construction environment.
Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore or Bluebeam.
Ability to manage RFIs and change orders and understand their impact on project scope, budget, and schedule.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and maintain effective relationships with owners, architects, contractors, engineers, and vendors.
High energy and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to project challenges.
Ability to work on site five days per week in Oak Brook.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience delivering corporate interior projects on the owner’s side in occupied spaces is highly desirable.
Previous exposure to commercial construction environments and corporate interior build-outs.
Comfort working as an owner’s representative, serving as the primary liaison between the owner and all external project stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when managing documentation, schedules, and project communication.
Work Environment
This role is fully onsite at the Lincoln Center corporate office complex in Oak Brook, supporting a high‑profile interior renovation in an active, professional office environment. You’ll collaborate closely with architects, engineers, general contractors, and vendors, using modern tools like Procore and Bluebeam to manage project information. The position is a 6‑month contract with the goal of extension into a longer‑term opportunity based on performance and project pipeline. The culture is supportive and empowering—leadership trusts its teams, encourages autonomy, values growth through experience, and fosters strong community through team and social events.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 Oakbrook Terrace,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.