Assistant Construction Manager

pultegroup; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Monthly performance bonuses

Job summary

PulteGroup is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager in Schaumburg, IL to support junior staff and contribute to building projects. The role involves learning the foundations of new home construction, assisting with on-site tasks, and coordinating with trade partners to ensure schedules and quality.

The position requires a university degree or equivalent experience and 0–2 years in a related field. A valid driver’s license is required, with potential overtime and monthly bonuses in this role.

Qualifications

• Requires theoretical knowledge typically obtained through education and training.
• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience with 0–2 years of prior related experience.
• Valid driver's license is required; driving is an essential function of the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist Construction Managers on site and monitor job sites for quality and safety.
• Participate in onboarding, orientation, and training programs.
• Coordinate inspections and reviews, ensuring work aligns with plans and schedules.
• Learn Pulte systems and procedures, including scheduling and field orders.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Read blueprints

Building codes knowledge

Basic computer literacy

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Build a Career That Builds Your Future - with PulteGroup!

Welcome to PulteGroup where we believe in building more than just homes-we believe in building inspired employees, meaningful careers, and a legacy of excellence. If you're looking for work that moves you, a team that values your ideas, and a company that brings you pride, you've come to the right place.

As one of the nation's largest and most respected homebuilders, PulteGroup offers opportunities to grow within a Fortune 500 company that's consistently recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For and a certified Great Place to Work. We're driven by the bold purpose of Building Incredible Places for People to Live Their Dreams.

For over 70 years, we've been building more than homes-we've been building trust, innovation, and a culture where every team member is empowered to thrive. Join a company that champions inclusion, celebrates diversity, and supports your personal and professional journey.

Headquartered in vibrant Atlanta, Georgia, and operating in over 45 markets nationwide, we're proud to build homes through our trusted family of brands-including Innovative Construction Group, Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West, and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, Pulte Mortgage, PGP Title, Pulte Insurance Agency -all united under the PulteGroup name.

Job Summary

The Assistant Construction Manager is responsible for obtaining technical expertise in new home construction to establish a solid foundation and understanding of the basic aspects of construction. This position assists more senior Construction Managers and/or direct supervisors in performing their duties and responsibilities.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Complete Division and/or Construction Manager orientation, onboarding, and training programs (e.g., Pulte Construction Standards, scheduling, job site rules, safety, warranty, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan).
• Develop literacy in building codes, construction and technical language, plan reading, construction materials, construction schedules, and construction methodologies and standards.
• Assist other Construction Managers and/or direct supervisors in performing their duties and responsibilities, including, but not limited to:
  • Monitoring job sites
  • Validating schedule progression
  • Coordinating on-site inspections
  • Review and understand the Customer Care service process
  • Validating work is complete to quality standards and expectations
  • Coordinate the completion of work as directed by the manager
  • Gain knowledge and expertise in the utilization of Pulte systems and processes including, but not limited to, Schedule, Field Purchase Order, Dynamics 365.
  • Learn the steps and build proficiency in the Build Quality Experience and Customer Quality Experience.
  • Assist in scheduling and supervision of daily trade partner activities in accordance with job schedule and scopes of work.
  • Monitor subdivision cleanliness and hold trade partners responsible for daily clean-up
  • Gain understanding of the Scope of Work for all trade partners.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level (P1)

Organizational Impact:

• Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with limited impact beyond the level area.
• Work is of limited scope, typically on smaller, less complex projects or task- related activities.
• Work is closely supervised.

Leadership & Talent Management:

N/A - Jobs at this level are focused on self-development.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Requires theoretical knowledge typically obtained through specific education and training
• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and 0-2 year of prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read blueprints
• General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes preferred
• Basic computer literacy

Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications

Valid driver's license as driving is an essential function of this position

Physical Requirements

Position involves sitting, standing, driving, and/or movement, the ability to exert a minimal force of up to 50 pounds and occasionally exert up to 80 pounds of minimal force to carry, lift, push, pull, and otherwise move objects. Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolding, and other means to reach and observe all areas of the building. Ability to work in various weather conditions - heat, rain, cold, etc.

Pay Information

$29.00 - $35.00 hourly
Hired applicant will be eligible to earn overtime and monthly bonuses.

General Description of Benefits

In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees are eligible for up to 6 days of sick pay. Moreover, eligible employees with less than 10 years of service can accrue up to 17 PTO days per year (and up to 22 PTO days per year upon 10 or more years of s