Assistant Project Manager

Jobot; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Matching

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Transportation/Heavy Industrial Construction in the Southwest Suburb of Chicago. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of construction project management experience, with a focus on transportation and heavy industrial sectors.

We offer strong benefits and a culture of safety. The position is based on-site in a premier general contracting context, with a commitment to high-quality, sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in project management in the construction industry.
• Proven experience in transportation/heavy industrial construction sectors.
• Experience in a high safety environment.
• Excellent leadership and management skills for leading a diverse team.
• Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• Proficient in project management software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Reading blueprints

Project management software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Job details

Assistant Project Manager - Transportation/ Heavy Industrial Construction - Southwest Suburb of Chicago

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kelly Anne Wight

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 per year

A bit about us

Premier General Contractor in the Greater Chicagoland Area who specializes in transportation and heavy industrial construction projects. With over 45+ years of business, they have built a great reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions to their clients.

Why join us

• 401(K) - Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Job Details

1. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
2. Minimum of 2 years of experience in project management, specifically in the construction industry.
3. Proven experience in the transportation/ heavy industrial construction sectors.
4. Previous experience working in a high safety environment.
5. Exceptional leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead a diverse team of professionals.
6. Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
7. Strong ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
8. Proficient in project management software.
9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
10. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

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.

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