Site Manager Jobs in Illinois
Site Manager jobs in Illinois are concentrated in construction, commercial real estate development, and infrastructure, with demand at every level from project superintendent to senior site director. The largest hiring hubs are Chicago, Aurora, and Rockford, where employers like Turner Construction, Pepper Construction, and AECOM maintain lasting operations and steady project pipelines. Ground-up commercial builds, civil infrastructure upgrades, and industrial facility expansions are the most active specialties right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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On-Site Manager - Field Service & Installation (Filling/Capping Machinery)
Field-based | 80%+ Travel (Domestic + International) | Full-Time
$55-$65 hourly, based on experience.
About the Role
Serac Inc. is a global OEM of filling, capping, and cup-filling packaging machinery. We are hiring an On-Site Manager to own on-site coordination of installation, commissioning, retrofit, and service projects at customer manufacturing facilities. You will lead mixed teams of Serac technicians, third-party OEM personnel, and contractors, working hand in hand with our project managers to deliver safe, on-time, compliant projects.
What You'll Do
Lead installation and commissioning of new filling-capping machines, up to complete lines.
Run rebuild and retrofit activities on existing equipment in the field.
Own site safety and compliance with OSHA and food safety standards (GMP).
Track milestones against the project plan and keep them documented.
Deliver professional daily reports covering site activity, issues, customer production schedule, and technician hours.
Manage technician concerns and handle internal escalation.
Stay in constant communication with the Serac project manager or assignee.
What You Bring
7+ years installing packaging machines, preferably filling and capping equipment (OEM machine-builder background).
5+ years leading on-site teams of varied backgrounds and suppliers.
Strong automation foundation: electrical circuitry, PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), computer-based controls (e.g. Isagraf), plus reading pneumatic and hydraulic drawings.
Excellent communication: you can run a professional customer-facing meeting and keep clean daily records. Spanish or French is a plus.
Travel flexibility: able to travel 80%+, work weekends and overtime, and deploy 2 to 4 weeks at a time.
Education: associate degree in engineering minimum; equivalent hands-on experience considered in place of formal education.
Compensation
$55-$65 hourly, based on experience.
Physical Requirements
Work is performed largely at customer sites, with some time at remote locations or Serac's office. Must lift and carry up to 50 lbs and bend, kneel, walk, or sit for extended periods. Domestic and international travel by air and auto required.
Serac does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Interested or want to learn more? Reach out directly.
oscar.chirinos@serac-group.com
On-Site Manager - Field Service & Installation (Filling/Capping Machinery)
Field-based | 80%+ Travel (Domestic + International) | Full-Time
$55-$65 hourly, based on experience.
About the Role
Serac Inc. is a global OEM of filling, capping, and cup-filling packaging machinery. We are hiring an On-Site Manager to own on-site coordination of installation, commissioning, retrofit, and service projects at customer manufacturing facilities. You will lead mixed teams of Serac technicians, third-party OEM personnel, and contractors, working hand in hand with our project managers to deliver safe, on-time, compliant projects.
What You'll Do
Lead installation and commissioning of new filling-capping machines, up to complete lines.
Run rebuild and retrofit activities on existing equipment in the field.
Own site safety and compliance with OSHA and food safety standards (GMP).
Track milestones against the project plan and keep them documented.
Deliver professional daily reports covering site activity, issues, customer production schedule, and technician hours.
Manage technician concerns and handle internal escalation.
Stay in constant communication with the Serac project manager or assignee.
What You Bring
7+ years installing packaging machines, preferably filling and capping equipment (OEM machine-builder background).
5+ years leading on-site teams of varied backgrounds and suppliers.
Strong automation foundation: electrical circuitry, PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), computer-based controls (e.g. Isagraf), plus reading pneumatic and hydraulic drawings.
Excellent communication: you can run a professional customer-facing meeting and keep clean daily records. Spanish or French is a plus.
Travel flexibility: able to travel 80%+, work weekends and overtime, and deploy 2 to 4 weeks at a time.
Education: associate degree in engineering minimum; equivalent hands-on experience considered in place of formal education.
Compensation
$55-$65 hourly, based on experience.
Physical Requirements
Work is performed largely at customer sites, with some time at remote locations or Serac's office. Must lift and carry up to 50 lbs and bend, kneel, walk, or sit for extended periods. Domestic and international travel by air and auto required.
Serac does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Apply / Connect
Interested or want to learn more? Reach out directly.
oscar.chirinos@serac-group.com
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Site Manager Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sparkle Express Car Wash10
- Amazon3
- Knapp2
- DePaul University2
- Yorktown Systems2
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Retail
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
- Education
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in site manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing construction schedules, budgets, and subcontractors on-site
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred by most Illinois employers
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or MS Project
- Strong knowledge of Illinois building codes, local permit processes, and inspection requirements
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Site Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a site manager in Illinois?
Most site managers in Illinois start with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then build field experience as a superintendent, project engineer, or assistant project manager. Illinois does not require a state-issued contractor license for site managers employed by a licensed general contractor, but many employers expect OSHA certification and working knowledge of the Illinois Department of Labor safety standards. Larger firms in Chicago typically promote from within after candidates complete structured field rotations.
Which companies hire site managers in Illinois?
Illinois site manager roles are posted by Sparkle Express Car Wash, Amazon, and Knapp and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's dense concentration of commercial construction activity and infrastructure investment means the roster of active employers tends to include both national general contractors and regional specialty firms with deep Illinois project backlogs.
Which Illinois cities have the most site manager jobs?
Chicago, Morton, and Peru account for the most site manager openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the bulk of demand through its ongoing high-rise, transit, and mixed-use development pipeline, while Aurora and Rockford reflect strong suburban industrial and logistics construction activity anchored by large distribution center builds and municipal infrastructure projects.
Are there remote site manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 17% of site manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how fundamentally on-site the role is. The portions of the work most likely to be done off-site are preconstruction planning, submittal reviews, and owner reporting, while physical site oversight, safety walks, and subcontractor coordination remain in-person by necessity.
How can I get hired as a site manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a field coordinator or project engineer role at a mid-size Illinois general contractor, where you gain direct exposure to scheduling, RFIs, and subcontractor management before stepping into site manager responsibilities. Firms like Pepper Construction and Power Construction run structured associate programs for recent graduates. Earning an OSHA 30-Hour card and an Illinois-recognized construction management certificate from a community college such as Triton or Joliet Junior College gives candidates a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to site manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to site manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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