Project Manager - Flooring Sales

Posted today

lepley recruiting servicesWood Dale (IL)

Project Management Specialists Flooring Contractors

SENIORITY

Manager

Apply

About the role

Senior Project Manager We are partnering with a leading commercial floorcovering solutions provider to identify a Senior Project Manager responsible for driving profitable growth through strategic client relationships, business development, and operational excellence in the Chicago market. This is a hybrid, client-facing leadership role ideal for a seasoned commercial flooring professional with an established book of business and deep industry relationships. Primary market coverage includes Chicago and the surrounding metropolitan area, with regular interaction with commercial clients, general contractors, property managers, facility owners, and project stakeholders throughout the region. The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of project management expertise, business development success, and commercial flooring knowledge. This role offers the opportunity to leverage internal estimating, project management, operations, and installation resources while expanding market share and delivering complex commercial flooring projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and grow an active book of business generating significant annual project revenue
Develop and expand relationships with commercial clients, general contractors, property managers, and facility owners
Identify and secure new project opportunities within the commercial floorcovering market
Lead contract negotiations and pricing strategies to maximize project profitability
Serve as the primary point of contact for key client relationships and major projects
Oversee multiple commercial flooring projects simultaneously from award through completion
Coordinate closely with estimators, project managers, installers, and operations teams to ensure successful project execution
Review project budgets, schedules, specifications, and profitability metrics throughout the project lifecycle
Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout requirements
Conduct project reviews with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes
Mentor project management team members and support the development of best practices and operational improvements
Collaborate with estimating teams to improve bidding strategies and project win rates

Ideal Background:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred
Minimum 8-10 years of commercial flooring project management or related construction industry experience
Proven track record of business development and revenue generation within commercial flooring markets
Established network of commercial client relationships within the Chicago market preferred
Strong understanding of commercial flooring products, installation methods, and industry standards
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, profitability, and risk mitigation initiatives
Proficiency with project management software, estimating systems, and Microsoft Office applications
Strong financial acumen and pricing strategy experience
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to lead multiple complex projects while maintaining exceptional client service
Preferred ExperiencePMP, CCM, or related industry certifications
Existing relationships with major commercial clients throughout the Chicago metropolitan area
Experience within healthcare, education, government, corporate, or retail flooring environments
Familiarity with specialized compliance requirements, union environments, or sustainability-focused projects
Previous experience mentoring and developing project management professionals

What We're Looking For: We are seeking a highly driven commercial flooring professional who combines strong business development capabilities with exceptional project leadership. The ideal candidate brings an existing network of industry relationships, understands how to grow profitable client partnerships, and has a proven ability to successfully manage large-scale commercial flooring projects from inception through completion.

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, industry relationships, and business development success. Opportunity to leverage an established operational support structure including estimating, project management, and installation resources. Long-term growth opportunity with a respected commercial flooring organization. Collaborative and team-oriented culture focused on client success and operational excellence.

Confidentiality: All inquiries and discussions will be handled with strict confidentiality.

Before you apply

Applying takes about a minute. These four things decide how fast it moves after that.

Your profile is current

It's what we read first. Occupations, seniority and locations matter more than a long history.

Two examples you can talk through

Not a portfolio — just two pieces of work where you can explain the decisions and what you'd change.

A number in mind

What you're on now and what would make you move. We negotiate better when we know both.

Your notice period

Employers plan around it, and it's the question that stalls offers most often.

Once you apply, someone reads it and calls you before anything reaches the employer — usually within two working days.