Jobot
Assistant Project Manager (Ground Up Projects)
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Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr
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.
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).
EEO Statement 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.
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.
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Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr
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.
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).
EEO Statement 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.
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.
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