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Assistant Project Manager (Construction)

$85k - $110k

Jobot

This is a true APM seat—own financial tracking, help drive buyout and change orders, and start managing pieces of the project instead of just supporting them.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Don Seawall
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

We’re a well-established Chicagoland General Contractor with a consistent pipeline of commercial and mixed-use work. We’re known for structured project execution, strong subcontractor relationships, and promoting from within.

Why join us?
  • Clear step up from Sr. PE into project management ownership
  • Direct exposure to costs, contracts, and client communication
  • Tight PM/Super partnership—no silos
  • Competitive compensation, bonus potential, strong benefits
Job Details

What You’ll Do
  • Support PM with budget tracking, cost reports, forecasting, and buyout
  • Draft and manage change orders from pricing through approval
  • Coordinate subcontractors on scope clarifications and compliance
  • Lead portions of OAC and subcontractor meetings
  • Review pay apps, code invoices, and track project financials
  • Oversee closeout items, including punch, O&Ms, and turnover docs
What We’re Looking For
  • Typically 4–7 years with a GC/CM (PE ? Sr. PE background ideal)
  • Comfortable managing cost, schedule, and documentation
  • Procore/Bluebeam experience preferred
  • Bachelor’s in CM, Civil, or related (or equivalent experience)

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.

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