Assistant Project Manager

Job overview

The Assistant Project Manager role is onsite in Chicago, IL; compensation is $75,000–$90,000 per year. Clayco is a real estate development, architecture, engineering, and construction firm; the role supports Ventana’s curtain-wall façade projects. The assistant project manager supports project staff in delivering design-build work from design through completion. The role coordinates project controls, subcontractors, quality, safety, and closeout to help projects meet schedule and cost objectives; travel is required for nationwide projects.

What you'll do

• Support project chart-of-accounts development
• coordinate site logistics planning
• assist with subcontractor management
• oversee submittals, change orders, and pay requests
• assist with cost reporting and projections
• monitor labor and equipment needs
• support bidding, safety and quality programs, scheduling, and project closeout.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant project manager

clayco

chicago il

ventana

design-build

construction projects

subcontractor coordination

cost reporting

project scheduling

travel required

$75k–$90k/year

medical dental vision

401(k)

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k)
• paid time off and company holidays
• employee assistance program
• flexible spending accounts
• life insurance
• disability coverage
• learning and development.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering and 0–5 years of experience. Travel is required for nationwide projects.

About the employer

Clayco is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.