Assistant Project Manager

As an established Chicagoland General Contractor for 42 years, we are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations and construction projects in our Milwaukee, WI office.

The ideal candidate is someone who is self-driven, has an aptitude for leadership, extremely organized, understands the Project Manager’s perspective and possesses the knowledge and experience to co-manage projects from inception to completion.

• Act as a liaison to the Project Manager concerning bids, RFI’s, subcontracting and scheduling.
• Review all bid packages prior to distribution to bidders and review all correspondence/proposals prior to submission to client to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with estimates, schedules and material orders.
• Plan, coordinate and/or manage activities of all company personnel on assigned project(s).
• Ensure all company, client and project policies/procedures are adhered to as specified.
• Attend Project meetings, record meeting minutes and provide meeting documentation.
• Coordinate equipment delivery, installation and schedules with vendors and subcontractors.
• Included interfacing with client representatives, architectural and engineering representatives and subcontractors.
• Periodic inspection of job site.
• Provide direction and guidance to employees, vendors and sub-contractors as well as maintaining close client interface.
• Performs all functions and responsibilities in partnership with the company’s culture, corporate vision, ethics and code of conduct.
• Provide advice, guidance, mentoring and direction to subordinates and other junior personnel toward the achievement of their personal development goals.
• Accommodate additional responsibilities as assumed through personal initiative or assigned by management.
• Rely on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.

• Competitive candidates must have 2 – 5 years of experience in construction management
• We are seeking someone who has worked for a general contractor or large subcontractor

• Knowledge of construction principles and practices required.
• Excellent organizational, team management, problem solving and motivational skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Multi-task and communicate effectively.
• Possess good project management and communication skills.
• Strong construction means and methods knowledge.