Architectural Assistant Project Manager — Preconstruction

Francis Construction Group, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Francis Construction Group, LLC seeks an organized, tech-savvy Assistant Project Manager with an architectural background to support Senior Project Managers, Estimating, and Operations through preconstruction and construction phases of commercial projects.

The role emphasizes interpreting construction documents, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, developing bid packages, and helping bridge design intent with construction. Growth into a Project Manager role is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial construction or architecture.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience reviewing: Shop Drawings, Submittals, Product Data, RFIs.
• Experience developing trade scope sheets from construction documents.
• Strong understanding of CSI Divisions and commercial construction practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings to develop trade scope sheets.
• Assist estimators by preparing bid packages and scope narratives.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and track bid invitations.
• Review subcontractor proposals to ensure full project scope capture.
• Identify scope gaps and inconsistencies before bid submission.
• Prepare bid comparison spreadsheets and leveling analyses.
• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Support two Senior Project Managers with day-to-day project administration.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, samples, and material approvals.
• Review shop drawings for contract-compliant submission.
• Track procurement schedules and long-lead materials.
• Maintain project logs (RFI, Submittal, Change Order, Drawing Revision, Procurement).
• Assist in preparing owner pay apps, subcontractor pay requests, and change orders.
• Attend project meetings and document minutes.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors.
• Organize electronic project files and maintain document control.
• Assist with scheduling and project reporting.
• Develop spreadsheets, reports, and project tracking dashboards.
• Support implementation and utilization of construction management software.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Organization

Tech-savvy

Education

Architecture-related bachelor's degree

Job description

Francis Construction Group, LLC seeks an organized, tech-savvy Assistant Project Manager with an architectural background to support Senior Project Managers, Estimating, and Operations through preconstruction and construction phases of commercial projects.

The role emphasizes interpreting construction documents, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, developing bid packages, and helping bridge design intent with construction. Growth into a Project Manager role is expected.