Assistant Project Manager Commercial Construction

Our client is a full-service construction firm that has been in business for over 50 years. This company, which is experiencing rapid growth, is renowned in the Indianapolis area and focused on commercial projects. Team members are valued beyond the projects, which contributes to the strong company culture. Our client is actively seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to join their growing team who is looking to grow with the business.

Job Description

Construction Assist Project Manager with the completion of projects on time and under budget

Participate in interview and RFP process for new work

Assist estimating with bidding for future assigned projects

Develop a thorough understanding of the details of the project

Contacts subcontractors to solicit interest in projects

Review final plans and estimates with Project Management and Estimator prior to submission

Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of all required monthly Project Manager review reports and profitable on-time completion of the project

Help create, review, negotiate, and works with the project team to process the meeting minutes, Owner Change Orders, and requests for information

Performs project closeout walk through with the Owner and Architect, collects all required closeout information and verifies all project punch list items are complete

Performs customer relation duties such as: 6-month project completion check with Owner and 11-month warranty walk through for any outstanding issues.

Keep consistent lines of communication open with clients and proactively share project progress and budget matters

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

2-5 years of Assistant Project Management experience, commercial experience is a plus

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field

Team player with a positive and driven attitude

Has interest to estimate change orders, pay apps, etc. but does not need to be able to bid projects from scratch.

Strong written and oral communication skills

The ability to work in a fast paced work environment

Desire to further career as a Project Manager

OSHA certified

What's on Offer

Base salary of $85,000-$95,000 depending on the level of experience

Performance based bonus potential

Vehicle allowance

Family oriented company

Paid Maternity leave

Paid Paternity leave

Comprehensive benefits package to include: 401(k), Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Vision insurance

Referral bonus

Short term/Long term disability

Great opportunity to join a reputable brand, and well established company within the growing Chicago market