Assistant Project Manager (Mission Critical)

Aldridge Electric; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Incentive Programs

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Legal Assistance

Identity Protection

Accident & Critical Illness

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aldridge Electric seeks an Assistant Project Manager to join the Mission Critical team, based in Des Plaines, IL, supporting a project site in Minooka. You will collaborate with the project team to deliver a safe, on-time, and within-budget project.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil or Electrical Engineering or related field, plus strong communication, planning and problem‑solving skills, and proficiency with MS Office and Google Workspace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related major, or equivalent construction background.
• Internships or other relevant work experience preferred.
• Aptitude to anticipate problems and creatively solve issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization; able to meet deadlines.
• Adaptable and eager to embrace new challenges.
• Proficient with MS Office and Google Workspace applications.
• Positive attitude and inclusive teamwork mindset.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe job sites and coordinate with Safety personnel on safety concerns.
• Support Project Management with cost and labor tracking, document control, submittals, subcontractor management, and schedule adherence.
• Assist Field Leadership with planning meetings, material logistics, subcontractor coordination, and customer communication.
• Foster strong working relationships and teamwork with Aldridge and partners.
• Adopt established Aldridge processes and guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Willingness to travel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/CE/EE or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Aldridge is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our dynamic and energetic Mission Critical team working out of Des Plaines office on a project site in Minooka, IL. This role will work collaboratively with the project team to ensure that a quality project is produced safely, on time, and within budget.

Assistant Project Manager

What We Are Looking For

Aldridge is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our dynamic and energetic Mission Critical team working out of Des Plaines office on a project site in Minooka, IL. This role will work collaboratively with the project team to ensure that a quality project is produced safely, on time, and within budget.

What You’ll Do

• Promote safe job sites and work closely with the Safety personnel to ensure that all safety concerns are properly addressed.
• Support Project Management on essential project duties including cost and labor tracking, document control, material submittals, subcontractor management, contract compliance, schedule adherence, and project closeout.
• Support Field Leadership on essential project duties including project planning / WBS creation meetings, material logistics, subcontractor coordination, customer communications, productivity tracking, and Aldridge internal department coordination.
• Cultivate strong working relationships and promote effective teamwork amongst Aldridge and our partners.
• Adopt established Aldridge processes and guidelines.

Who You Are

• Willingness and ability to travel to the project site in Minooka, IL
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Management or other related major, or equivalent construction or trade background.
• Internships or other relevant work experience preferred
• Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities and creatively problem solve
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excels at time management and prioritization, consistently meeting deadlines
• Adaptable and willing to embrace new challenges
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for contributing to a positive and inclusive work environment

Who We Are

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What We Offer

The annual base pay for this role is between $70,000 - $90,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties.

Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.