Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

Mortenson is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager who will be responsible for partnering with the project manager from bid preparation through final client acceptance. Lead, coach, and mentor project team members.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform cost control and financial management
• Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive
• Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers for the project
• Other duties as assigned, including:
• Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small scope projects
• Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer's specified performance criteria in design and construction
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management, or
• equivalent experience
• Minimum five years of related previous experience
• Current driver's license
• Shown ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Microsoft Office, project and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
• Shown positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use

A few benefits offered include:

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $102,000 - $137,700. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR 10%, Washington, D.C. 12.5%). This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Info:

• Job Identification 23683
• Job Category Project Mgmt
• Posting Date 09/10/2026, 03:23 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1510 Gurler Rd, Dekalb, IL, 60115, US