Project Manager

Bender Companies is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and organized project manager to join our CapEx team. This role is instrumental in the successful completion of capital improvement projects across our multi-family portfolio. Ideal candidates bring prior project management experience and knowledge of construction or real estate environments.

• Experience with multifamily unit renovations or light commercial construction

• Exposure to owner-side or GC-side project management

• Basic estimating experience

• Experience soliciting and evaluating bids from vendors and contractors

The Project Manager will help support unit renovation programs, owner-supplied materials, and project controls, while supporting GC partners to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to company standards.

Project Management & Execution:

• →Manage day-to-day execution of unit renovation programs across assigned properties

• →Oversee owner-supplied materials (tracking, delivery coordination, and installation sequencing)

• →Support GC partners by coordinating scopes, schedules, and field logistics

• →Ensure work aligns with approved scopes, specifications, and quality standards

On-Site Inspections & Field Oversight:

• →Conduct routine on-site inspections of active renovation and CAPEX projects

• →Verify scope completion, identify deficiencies, and track punch list items to resolution

• →Document field conditions through photos, notes, and inspection reports

Vendor & Contractor Coordination:

• →Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain schedules and sequencing

• →Track vendor performance against approved scopes, timelines, and budgets

• →Support bid reviews, scope clarifications, and contractor communications

Budget, Scope & Estimating Support:

• →Assist with scope development, quantity takeoffs, and cost reviews

• →Request bids from vendors and contractors, review and compare pricing, and create basic cost estimates

• →Track project budgets, change orders, and approvals in coordination with the CAPEX team

Reporting & Project Controls:

• →Prepare project status updates, inspection summaries, and progress reports for internal stakeholders

• →Maintain organized project documentation, photos, contracts, and approvals

• →Utilize project management tools to track schedules, tasks, and milestones

Portfolio & Team Support:

• →Support the broader CAPEX team across multiple properties and states

• →Coordinate with property management teams to align renovation schedules and unit readiness

• →Assist with close-out documentation, warranties, and project turnover

Location: Chicago corporate office (2 days a week).

Travel: Frequent travel (2-3 days a week) throughout our Midwest portfolio.

Why work for Bender Companies:  

• →90% employer-paid coverage of base Medical Insurance plan 

• →75% employer-paid coverage of base Dental Insurance plan 

• →75% employer-paid coverage of Vision Insurance plan 

• →401K with company match 

• →11 Paid Holidays 

• →2 weeks of annual PTO 

• →16 hours of personal time 

• →Exciting company growth and potential for career advancement 

• →Supportive Team 

• →Mission focused on providing quality workforce housing 

Background checks will be performed on all qualified applicants. 

Equal opportunity employer.