Project Manager

Cullinan Properties (“Cullinan”) is a leading developer of real estate specializing in commercial and mixed-use developments and acquisitions. With multiple offices across IL, MO and FL, Cullinan is a multi-disciplined real estate firm that develops, manages, and owns mixed-use, retail, multifamily, office, governmental, and healthcare properties throughout the United States. We recognize that our team drives our greatest achievements, and we are passionate about maintaining a fulfilling, rewarding, and energetic work environment to facilitate our employees’ continued success. We are searching for entrepreneurial professionals who become personally involved in every phase of each project.

Position Overview

Cullinan is currently seeking a full-time Project Manager in our Oak Brook office with responsibility for day-to-day project management and tenant coordination duties for assigned projects, from inception to completion, including oversight of design, estimating, scheduling, permitting, construction and turnover to Tenant/operations. The position offers a fast-paced work environment in a dynamic organization with specific responsibilities varying day-to-day across projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate landlord improvement work, redevelopment or build-to-suit efforts for assigned projects including but not limited to the following activities to provide complete oversight of the project from the beginning to completion and transition to operations:
  • Facilitate due diligence as necessary to understand the deal requirements and scope.
  • Prepare budget estimates.
  • Prepare schedules for pre-development and development activities.
  • Kick-off and facilitate A/E design and construction documents and coordinate design to be within established budgets.
  • Manage consultant including review of proposals, coordination of scopes, and oversight of deliverables.
  • Develop and coordinate the RFP proposal, scope evaluation, bid qualification and provide recommendation to proceed with the selected bidder.
  • Prepare contracts, negotiate and facilitate contract execution.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress and conformance to drawings, scope and schedule.
  • Track, monitor and maintain project budgets and proformas, monitor project costs, change orders, and approvals.
  • Prepare cash flow forecasts in collaboration with project accounting.
  • Track required leasing milestone dates and ensure timely notices and delivery to Tenants.
  • Review and track Tenant allowance (TA) distribution requests and forward to accounting for payment.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects progress in alignment with established scope, budget, schedule, and business objectives.
• Provide support across multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and coordinating with internal teams as the project demands evolve.
• Support project management efforts across multiple asset types, including retail, multifamily, mixed‑use, and VA‑related projects, as assigned.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting to ownership and management, including information related to schedule, budget, risks, and recommended actions.
• Interface with municipalities and third‑party agencies for assigned projects, including permitting and approvals.
• Support Operations and Property Management with warranty items, capital improvements, and transition‑to‑operations needs.
• Maintain positive working relationships with consultants, contractors, architects, engineers, municipal agencies, and internal teams.
• Participate in industry education programs and professional organizations to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Obtain senior leadership and/or ownership approvals as necessary.
• Be cognizant of the Department and Company’s goals and assist in completing those goals by the target dates.

Office Procedures

• Maintain positive attitude when dealing with all team members, managers and clients.
• Represent the company to others in the community in a positive way.
• Always maintain extreme confidentiality and discretion.