Assistant Project Manager
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Key details
- Salary
- $65K–$80K/yr
- Location
- Downers Grove, IL, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 1–3 yrs
- Function
- Product / Program management
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 4d ago
Skills
About the role
Assistant Project Manager
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects. This role bridges office and field operations by managing documentation, assisting with schedules and budgets, and communicating with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients. The APM gains hands-on experience in all phases of project delivery while helping ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
● Assist
in developing project schedules, budgets, and work plans.
● Coordinate
with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers to maintain workflow.
● Help
track project milestones and deliverables.
● Prepare
and maintain project logs, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and change
orders.
● Ensure
accurate record-keeping and document control throughout the project lifecycle.
● Assist
in reviewing contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.
● Track
project costs and help prepare progress billings.
● Support
management of change orders and budget adjustments.
● Conduct
site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance.
● Help
resolve day-to-day issues by coordinating between office and field teams.
● Ensure
construction activities align with drawings, specifications, and project
requirements.
● Support
client communication and foster positive relationships.
● Participate
in project meetings and follow up on action items.
Requirements
1-3 years of experience in commercial construction or project support.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
Knowledge of construction methods, processes, and building codes.
Proficiency in project management and construction software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, etc.).
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with a proactive, team-focused attitude.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- 401k with company match
- Long-term/short-term disability
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- Paid holidays
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