CAREERS

Clarion employees enjoying a conversation in the town hall room at Clarion headquarters

Joining Clarion is like becoming a member of the extended family that owns it. Clarion is small enough to know and care for every employee, yet big enough to develop skills and talents and provide opportunities for growth in your career. Many team members have been with Clarion for over 15 years – a testament to their mutually beneficial relationships and the care put into hiring, developing and retaining the right people.

Clarion offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, tuition for continuing education, retirement saving plan options, profit sharing and charitable contribution matching.

If you are interested in joining our team, please complete the form found here (Field Positions) or send your resume and cover letter (Office Positions) to our HR Manager, Michelle Martorano at Michelle@clarionconstruction.com

Clarion is currently accepting applications for the positions below.

For field positions, complete the application found here

EXPLORE OUR POSITIONS BELOW

Clarion Construction can accept resumes for qualified candidates pursuing a career in the Construction Management/Architecture field to join our Account Management Team. They will be responsible for assisting Project Manager, Account Managers, and Project Estimators at various stages of the construction process on multiple interior construction projects. They should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and will gain broad experience in various aspects of interior construction.

Responsibilities:

Assisting with drawing & document coordination (electronic & print) with project team & subcontractors; and distributing documents to project stakeholders.
Assist with preparing submittals, change orders, bid proposals & other project paperwork.
Maintain records on construction software used to track documents, RFI’s, drawings and change orders.
Exposure to cost estimating, planning and scheduling, materials procurement, cost control and quality management.

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with architects, sub-contractors and vendors; capable of writing reports and business correspondence.
Computer skills: working knowledge of Word, Excel & Outlook, and familiarity with Sage construction software is a plus.
Highly self-motivated, ability to work individually, demonstrates problem solving and analytical thinking toward data in order to suggest appropriate solutions.
Skilled in organization, prioritization and time management.
Skilled at working under stress to meet project deadlines while still paying attention to detail.
Desire to learn and contribute.
Degree in Construction Management/ Architecture is preferred.

Application Procedure:

Email resume to vince@clarionconstruction.com & michelle@clarionconstruction.com

Clarion Construction can accept resumes for a qualified candidates with a degree in Construction Management (or similar) to join our Account Management Team. They will participate in various stages of construction process, including estimating and project management from pre-construction and sub-contracting to accounting and customer relations.

Responsibilities

AM is a management position for the projects that are assigned. Sole responsibility for leading the assigned project to its goals rests with the AM. Collaborating with & leading other employees may be required to meet project goals. Margin & scheduling goals may change, but customer satisfaction is a goal required on every project.
AMs will be required to be accessible while work is proceeding on his/her assigned jobs. If the AM has been assigned projects that start at 6am or 6pm, the AM must be available or make arrangements for management oversight.
AM will have project management duties & will be responsible for following communication procedures with jobsite employees, foreman, superintendents, Clarion vendors, & customer consultants as required for leading the project. The COO may inform AM of trade supervision requirements on an assigned project.
AM will have estimating duties & will be responsible for developing takeoffs, soliciting subcontractor bids, creating in-house trade costs & proposal development. In addition, the AM should understand & help maintain the vendor rating contact list.
AM will have duties required of our accounting department.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Solid working knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel. Familiarity with Sage, Procore and/or Planswift, is a plus

Capable of writing reports and business correspondence

Ability to work individually and on self-driven projects
Demonstrate ability to solve problems, analyze systems and data and suggest appropriate solutions
Skilled in organization, prioritization and time management
Work under stress to meet project deadlines
Attention to detail and accuracy in performance
Desire to learn and contribute

Application Procedure:

Email resume to vince@clarionconstruction.com & michelle@clarionconstruction.com

Start your career in commercial construction with a hands-on internship in the Chicagoland area.

The Clarion Construction Internship Program offers students real-world experience in commercial construction, project management, and estimating. This paid construction internship provides hands-on learning both in the office and on active job sites throughout Chicagoland.

ABOUT CLARION CONSTRUCTION

Founded in 1989, Clarion Construction is a Chicagoland-based general contractor specializing in commercial interior renovations for office, industrial, and corporate facilities. Headquartered in Lombard, Illinois, we serve clients throughout the Chicago metro area and are known for our integrity, long-term client relationships, and collaborative culture.

INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

As a construction intern, you will:

Gain hands-on experience in commercial construction project management
Assist with estimating, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination
Visit active construction job sites in Chicagoland
Learn industry-standard construction software, including Procore and Sage
Develop professional communication skills through meetings with project teams and superintendents
Receive mentorship from experienced construction professionals and company leadership

BECOME YOUR BEST

Exposure to real commercial construction projects across Chicagoland
Mentorship and coaching from construction executives and project managers
Flexible scheduling to support academic commitments
Strong potential for repeat internships and full-time construction jobs after graduation
Collaborative, family-owned company culture focused on growth and integrity

IDEAL CANDIDATES

This internship is ideal for students pursuing degrees in:

Construction Management
Engineering
Architecture
Business or Project Management

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your resume to Kathy Kimes at kathy@clarionconstruction.com. Qualified candidates will be invited to a phone or Zoom.

Clarion Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and /or interview process should notify the Human Resources Manager, Michelle Martorano at 630-925-0880 or Michelle@clarionconstruction.com.