Assistant Project Manager

My client is a well-established, reputable General Contractor in Chicago who performs work nationally. They specialize in light industrial, cold storage, medical, commercial and retail projects, completing roughly $300M in annual revenue. Due to continued growth and a strong project backlog, they are looking for a detail-oriented and driven Project Engineer to join the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction projects
• Track project schedules, identified delays, and coordinated with subcontractors and vendors to maintain critical deadlines
• Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and punch lists, ensuring accurate and timely communication across project stakeholders
• Conducted site visits to monitor progress, ensure quality control, and verify compliance with safety standards and local building codes
• Facilitate weekly project meetings with subcontractors, engineers, and architects to resolve issues and maintain alignment on project goals
• Utilize Procore and Microsoft Project to manage documents, track schedules, and streamline communication with field and office teams
• Maintain comprehensive and organized project documentation, improving team access to records and supporting successful audits and inspections
• Collaborate with the Superintendent to ensure daily tasks were completed on time and met project specifications

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 2+ years construction management experience
• Proficiency with project management related software

Job Offer

• $80,000 - $100,000 base salary
• Bonus opportunity
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• 401K match
• ESOP company
• PTO