Assistant Project Manager — Owner, Growth & Impact

Terracon; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Lombard, IL, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to lead engineering projects from initiation to completion. You will drive strategy, manage resources, coordinate stakeholders, and navigate project challenges with confidence.

Ownership mindset and client partnership development are encouraged in this 100% employee‑owned firm. Minimum 2 years of related experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Engineering/Environmental Science/Geology) is required, along with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or 6 years of related experience.
• 2+ years of related experience or 6 years without a degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily monitoring and progress of projects.
• Communicate with clients about timelines and status.
• Monitor testing to ensure adherence to plans and specs.
• Lead small projects or a project phase under supervision.
• Develop and implement project plans and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Stakeholder coordination

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Environmental Science/Geology

Job description

Terracon in Lombard, IL, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to lead engineering projects from initiation to completion. You will drive strategy, manage resources, coordinate stakeholders, and navigate project challenges with confidence.

Ownership mindset and client partnership development are encouraged in this 100% employee‑owned firm. Minimum 2 years of related experience or a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Engineering/Environmental Science/Geology) is required, along with a