Assistant Project Manager

Michael Page US; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development and mentoring

Health insurance

401(k) program

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

MPI is seeking an entry to mid-level Project Coordinator in Chicago to support a growing commercial construction firm working across healthcare, retail, office, and education sectors. The role emphasizes mentorship and professional growth within a team-focused environment.

The successful candidate will assist with scheduling, tracking RFIs and submittals, maintaining project documentation, coordinating with subcontractors, attending meetings, and helping with budget tracking and closeout

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years of construction experience.
• Internship experience considered.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project scheduling and coordination.
• Track RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Maintain project documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors.
• Attend project meetings and prepare meeting notes.
• Assist with budget tracking and reporting.
• Support closeout documentation processes.

Skills

Scheduling

Coordination

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering or related field

Job description

• Lead High-Impact Projects with a Respected General Contractor


• Great Reputation and Strong Relationships in the Industry

Our client is a growing commercial construction firm delivering projects across healthcare, retail, office, and education sectors. The company places a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional growth, making it an excellent opportunity for emerging construction professionals.

Job Description

• Assist with project scheduling and coordination


• Track RFIs, submittals, and change orders


• Maintain project documentation


• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors


• Attend project meetings and prepare meeting notes


• Assist with budget tracking and reporting


• Support closeout documentation processes

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field


• 1-3 years of construction experience


• Internship experience considered


• Strong attention to detail


• Excellent organizational and communication skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary


• Career development and mentoring


• Health insurance


• 401(k) program


• Paid time off


• Advancement opportunities