Assistant Project Manager (Ground Up Projects) (Rosemont)
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the Apply button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $80,000 - $105,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a dynamic, full-service construction firm specializing in design-build and general contracting for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects. With deep expertise coordinating both design and construction phases, the team oversees everything from site due diligence and conceptual layout through budget development, scheduling, and project close-out and turnover. They have a strong presence in the Chicago and Northwest Indiana region and serve a variety of sectors including industrial, food & beverage, hospitality, office, and institutional work. As a 100% employee-owned organization, each team member has a stake in the company’s success and contributes to a collaborative, accountable environment. Why join us? Ownership matters: Employee ownership fosters an environment of collaboration, shared responsibility, and long-term commitment to project excellence. Meaningful, varied projects: Work on projects that span from conceptual design through construction across multiple sectors (industrial, office, hospitality, etc.). Professional growth and hands-on experience: This role offers direct exposure to project management, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and client interaction. Culture of accountability and quality: The organization places high value on protecting clients’ interests—cost control, schedule adherence, and quality—and expects team members to help fulfill that mission. Regional leadership: Operate in a robust Chicago/NW Indiana market with a company recognized for excellence and integrity in project delivery. Job Details Role Overview: The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in all phases of project delivery. This includes assisting with scheduling, budget tracking, subcontractor coordination, site documentation, client communications, and overall project administration. The role works closely with the project team to ensure efficient, high-quality delivery of projects. Key Responsibilities: Assist in development and monitoring of project schedules and budgets.
Coordinate subcontractor bidding, scopes of work, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements.
Track actual costs vs. budget, assist in change order processing, and maintain cost logs.
Attend project meetings (internal, client, subcontractors), prepare meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.
Maintain project documentation: RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, site logs, safety records, and progress photographs.
Support the Project Manager in ensuring projects meet quality, safety, and contract compliance standards.
Assist in client and owner communications as needed; maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders.
Review project deliverables, assist in close-out processes, and help ensure client satisfaction. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field or equivalent construction industry experience.
2+ years of experience in a construction project role (assistant project manager, coordinator, or superintendent support), ideally in a commercial or industrial context.
Familiarity with construction scheduling (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent) and cost-control systems.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills—able to coordinate multiple tasks and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Proactive problem-solving ability; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing priorities.
Understanding of contract documents (drawings, specifications, subcontracts), RFIs, submittals, and the change order process.
Ability to travel to project sites within the region as required.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with construction management software a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Experience on design-build delivery projects.
Prior exposure to industrial, food & beverage, or warehouse facility construction.
LEED, safety, or construction management certifications (e.g., OSHA 30, Associate Constructor (AC), CMAA). Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the Apply button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Recommended Jobs
Associate Director, US Oncology Sales Forecasting
Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of to…
Construction Project Manager (Chicago)
Take charge of transformative projects in Chicago where your expertise will shape the city’s future. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Don Seawall Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the Apply…
Esthetics Teacher - DAYS
Join Tricoci University of Beauty Culture as an Evening Esthetics Teacher! About Us: Tricoci University is a leading institution in beauty education, celebrated for its dedication to quality tra…
Production Project Manager (Elk Grove Village)
Job Title: Production Project Manager Location (city, state): Elk Grove Village, IL Industry: Manufacturing Pay: $70,000–$95,000 annually (depending on experience) Benefits: This positi…
Terminal Operator (Summit)
ABOUT THE ROLE The role of the Terminal Operator is to provide high quality products and customer service while working safely as a team member. Bulk truck loading, hopper barge unloading, and t…
Project Manager
About Us Kai Wealth LLC is an SEC-registered Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) offering investment management services tailored to the unique investment objectives of each qualified client. K…
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Job Description Job Description Company Description In a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make. We’re globally r…
Sous Chef-West Loop & River North
Sous Chefs are responsible for providing supportive leadership to kitchen staff throughout food service. Duties include assisting the Executive Chef in monitoring kitchen activities, expediting order…
Assistant Site Manager - Sparkle Express Car Wash (East Peoria)
Assistant Manager — Sparkle Express Car Wash (East Peoria, IL) Apply Today: [email protected] Step Into Leadership & Grow Your Career. Ready to take the next step in your leader…
Senior Full-Stack Web Application Developer / Software Engineer
Careers / Job Opportunities Senior Full-Stack Web Application Developer / Software Engineer Location:Bartlett, ILDepartment:Software DevelopmentType:Full TimeMin. Experience:5+ Years*** This is an o…