Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

RWE Design Build; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Long-term/short-term disability

Life Insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

RWE Design Build in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing commercial construction projects. The role bridges office and field operations by managing documentation, assisting with schedules and budgets, and communicating with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.

The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of experience in commercial construction or project support, knowledge of building codes, and fluency with

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proven problem-solving and proactive attitude.
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project schedules, budgets, and work plans.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers to maintain workflow.
• Track milestones and deliverables; maintain logs, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Review contracts, purchase orders, and invoices with attention to detail.
• Monitor costs and assist with progress billings and budget adjustments.
• Conduct site visits to ensure progress, quality, and safety compliance.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Downers Grove, United States | Posted on 07/28/2026

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) at RWE Design Build supports the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects. This role bridges office and field operations by managing documentation, assisting with schedules and budgets, and communicating with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients. The APM gains hands-on experience in all phases of project delivery while helping ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in developing project schedules, budgets, and work plans.

Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers to maintain workflow.

Help track project milestones and deliverables.

Prepare and maintain project logs, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and change orders.

Ensure accurate record-keeping and document control throughout the project lifecycle.

Assist in reviewing contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.

Track project costs and help prepare progress billings.

Support management of change orders and budget adjustments.

Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance.

Help resolve day-to-day issues by coordinating between office and field teams.

Ensure construction activities align with drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

Support client communication and foster positive relationships.

Participate in project meetings and follow up on action items.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in commercial construction or project support.

Knowledge of construction methods, processes, and building codes.

Proficiency in project management and construction software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, etc.).

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Detail-oriented with a proactive, team-focused attitude.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

• 401k with company match
  
• Long-term/short-term disability
  
• Life Insurance
  
• PTO
  
• Paid holidays