Project Manager
Dejana Industries, Inc. - Dundee, IL
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Project Manager Position Summary: The Project Manager will work with the national sales team to provide regional industry expertise and create competitive proposals driving new sales growth. Additionally, this role will work with the operations team to ensure all pertinent information is passed along to achieve operational and financial objectives. Project Manager Responsibilities:Complete accurate takeoffs and generate competitive estimates/proposals from plans, other bid documents, site visits, and/or satellite imagery primarily related to landscape maintenance (inclusive of irrigation) and enhancement/ancillary opportunitiesCoordinate with service partners when needed to ensure best pricing is being secured to meet financial objectivesAttend pre-bid meetings with sales team when and where appropriateAssist operations team with sourcing new service partners/vendors where neededCollect current vendor/supplier costs and continually update to provide for more accurate cost estimationAbility to manage numerous projects at one time working with internal stakeholders to agree on prioritiesAssist with snow removal and ice management takeoffs and estimates/proposals during non-peak landscape periods of the year (depending on region)Participate in the creation of an "in-house" estimating systemEnsure a proper handoff from sales to operations on all awards providing clarity to how and what was proposedTravel 10-20% as needed.Other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission and abide by our organizational valuesProject Manager Requirements:Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency utilizing industry related estimating softwareInterpersonal Skills: Works effectively with internal and external contacts, administrative staff, and employees at all organizational levels including senior leadership. Thorough understanding of landscape & irrigation maintenance practices, requirements, equipment, and processesAbility to read and interpret plans, specification documents, and other associated documents related to creating competitive proposalsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree highly preferred. 5+ years of landscape maintenance experience required3+ years of experience estimating/bidding large complex commercial landscape projects required3+ years of experience in the snow removal & ice management industry preferred depending on regionOutworx Group and its family of companies is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at 888-897-7781 or Company BenefitsWe offer our benefits eligible associates a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental & vision insurance, a 401k plan with company match, basic life insurance, disability & accidental death, short- and long-term disability, along with additional voluntary products. We also offer accrued paid or sick time off to eligible associates in accordance with Federal, State and local legislation.Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, seasonal or casual. Benefits eligibility is determined by local and federal legislation including, but not exclusively, ACA & ERISA guidelines.
Created: 2026-04-02