Assistant Project Manager - Light Industrial - Chicago

One of Chicago's fastest-growing construction companies, based in the southwestern suburbs, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support their expanding pipeline of light industrial projects driven by strong growth, exceptional teamwork, and decades of industry expertise. This tight-knit, culture-focused firm offers a collaborative environment and long-term opportunities as they continue to exceed project demand.

Client Details

The client is a rapidly growing construction company located in Chicago's southwestern suburbs, known for its expertise in light industrial projects and a proven track record of delivering high-quality work. They pride themselves on a strong team-oriented culture, valuing collaboration, trust, and long-term relationships within a close-knit community.

Description

• Provide project management assistance through completion of projects on time and under budget.
• Manage and develop assigned staff toward maximum job performance and career potential.
• Help create, review, negotiate, and works with the project team to process the meeting minutes, Owner Change Orders, and requests for information
• Establish, communicate, and implement the Project Schedule
• Interpret and analyze reports to ensure adherence to project budget.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the details of the project
• Manage the Quality Assurance/Quality Control program.
• Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, and fee and pricing decisions

Profile

• Experience working on light industrial projects
• 2+ Years of construction experience at a general contractor
• Ability to effectively lead and communicate with owners and peers
• Eager to grow into a lead superintendent
• Ability to travel within Minneapolis as needed.
• Exceptional organization, time-management and leadership skills

Job Offer

• A competitive base salary between $80,000-$100,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Competitive bonus structure, project/profit based. Typically between $8,000-$15,000 in the first year)
• Medical insurance including dental and vision (100% coverage for individual and dependents)
• Generous 401K structure
• Gas card
• Company profit sharing
• Robust career advancement opportunity
• Strong training programs
• Generous PTO Days
• Company wide events
• Gas/fuel card offered
• Company Vehicle offered
• Company phone and laptop provided
• DE&I Initiative

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