Assistant Project Manager

Green Key Resources; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Key Resources is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support commercial construction projects from planning to completion. You will work with project managers and field leaders to keep initiatives moving and help the team solve real on-site challenges.

The role emphasizes organization, clear communication, and hands-on involvement with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and field staff. You’ll gain exposure to schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and change orders while building

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of commercial construction experience
• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering or Architecture
• Strong organization, communication, and follow-through
• Familiarity with construction documents, project schedules, and project management software
• A collaborative mindset and the initiative to take ownership

Responsibilities

• Help drive projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and field staff
• Keep schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and change orders moving
• Join project meetings and help turn decisions into clear next steps
• Visit jobsites, follow progress, and work with the team to resolve issues
• Build the skills and experience to take on increasing project responsibility

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Follow-through

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Help build the places where people work, learn, and receive care—and grow into the project leader who brings them to life.

We’re looking for an Assistant Project Manager who wants meaningful involvement in commercial construction projects and a chance to keep building their career. You’ll work alongside project managers and field leaders, help solve real project challenges, and see your work move from planning to the finished space.

Projects may include commercial interiors, healthcare, multifamily, and other complex environments. If you’re energized by a fast-moving team, enjoy keeping details on track, and want to take on more responsibility, this could be a great next step.

In this role, you’ll:

• Help drive projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and field staff
• Keep schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and change orders moving
• Join project meetings and help turn decisions into clear next steps
• Visit jobsites, follow progress, and work with the team to resolve issues
• Build the skills and experience to take on increasing project responsibility

You’ll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering or Architecture
• 2-5 years of commercial construction experience
• Strong organization, communication, and follow-through
• Familiarity with construction documents, project schedules, and project management software
• A collaborative mindset and the initiative to take ownership