Assistant Project Manager - Construction

Lensa; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading general contractor firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for their Arlington Heights office. The ideal candidate will contribute to project management by overseeing subcontractors, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining high-quality outcomes. Candidates with a degree in Construction Management and relevant experience will find this opportunity rewarding.

Benefits

401(k) Program

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Company cellphone and computer

Annual Bonus Plan

Qualifications

• 4 year's degree in a relevant field required.
• 2+ years of construction management experience required.
• Experience with OSHA Site Safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Administer contracts, procure materials and equipment.
• Monitor job site safety and quality control.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Management skills

Technical skills

Education

4 year degree in Building Construction, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAGE 300 CRE

Job description

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Path Construction, is seeking professionals in Arlington Heights, IL. Apply via Lensa today!

Path Construction is seeking a qualified Assistant Project Manager to join our organization in the Chicagoland area. We are a rapidly growing general contractor headquartered in Arlington Heights, IL with offices and projects throughout the United States. Typical duties of an APM include managing day-to-day activities of subcontractors and suppliers, contract administration, procurement, estimating, pay requests, change orders, requests for information, cost control, scheduling, tracking submittals, maintaining and delivering a high level of quality.

The right candidate will have 2+ years of construction management experience on large and/or small projects and varying asset classes including but not limited to, Higher Education, Retail, Multi-family, Self-storage, Hospitality, Senior Living, Healthcare, Restaurant, Transportation, Water and Waste Treatment, Convention Centers, Laboratories, Correctional, etc. Path is looking for people with great technical skills, good communication skills, and strong attention to detail.

Founded in 2008, Path Construction is a general contractor providing a vast array of construction services to multiple regions throughout the country. Our expertise is very diverse and includes experience on small and large projects of many different types, including but not limited to: healthcare, hospitality, higher education, multi-family, self-storage, senior living, transportation, water and waste treatment, convention centers, laboratories, and correctional. The main philosophy and strategy for the growth of our organization is to be on the cutting edge of all aspects of the construction process. Additionally, our unmatched customer satisfaction and, most importantly, the development and quality of our people drive our success. For more about us, please visit our website at www.pathcc.com.

Duties For An Assistant Project Manager Include

• General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Monitor and document jobsite safety and accident prevention
• Construction Scheduling
• Material & Equipment – procurement and expediting
• Process RFI’s
• Receive
• Review
• Submit
• Log
• Shop drawing and submittal review and coordination
• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
• Review of subcontractor applications for payment
• Participation in and documentation of project coordination meetings
• Supervision and coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
• Review and negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors
• Prepare change proposals
• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
• Quality control
• Project Closeout
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs on the Project
  
  

Requirements

• A 4 year degree in Building Contruction, Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of building and construction management experience
• OSHA Site Safety Experience
• Up-to-date with modern technology and display excellent communication skills
• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment and grow the company
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel may be required
• Working knowledge of project management process and software. (Microsoft Office and SAGE 300 CRE)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
  
  

Preferred

• Public work experience is a plus
• Estimating experience is a plus
• Self Perform experience is a plus
• OSHA 30 Hour Training
• LEED Project Experience
  
  

Benefits

• Annual Salary Range: $60,000 - $100,000
• Certification Training
• 401(k) Program
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company cellphone and computer
• Annual Bonus Plan
  
  

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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