Assistant Project Manager (Design-Build Construction)

Jobot; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K with company match

Career growth opportunities

Long-term disability

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

Jobot, a design-build general contractor in the Chicago area, seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support construction project coordination from start to finish. You will collaborate with senior PMs and field staff to ensure quality, safety, and budget alignment.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in construction, strong organizational and communication skills, and a desire to learn in a fast-paced environment. Company offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM/CE/Architecture or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years construction industry experience, in a project assistant or coordinator role.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and documentation.
• Familiarity with PM software (Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project) and MS Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with management and coordination of construction projects from start to finish.
• Work closely with senior project managers and field staff to align with quality, safety, and budget.
• Support project documentation, reporting, and schedule adherence.
• Contribute to problem-solving and timely communication across teams.

Skills

Construction management

Project coordination

Procore

Buildertrend

MS Project

MS Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Buildertrend

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

We are a design-build general contractor headquartered in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago, seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to join our team.

Salary: $85,000 - $105,000 per year.

Additional Offerings

• Bonus Program (Project Based)
• Benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, and vision insurance
• Long term disability and voluntary life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Unmatched career growth opportunity

Job Details

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will play a key role in assisting with the management and coordination of construction projects from start to finish. You will work closely with senior project managers and field staff to ensure that all project activities align with quality, safety, and budgetary requirements. The ideal candidate will have a passion for construction, strong organizational skills, and a drive to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably in a project assistant or coordinator role.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, documentation, and terminology.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project) and the MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proactive, with the ability to identify problems and suggest solutions.
• A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and regulations is a plus.

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.