at Actalent in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Project ManagerJob Description
Seeking a dynamic Assistant Project Manager to efficiently handle day-to-day project requirements and support Project Managers or Senior Project Managers with tasks including submittals, RFI’s, change orders, and coordination with subcontractors or owners. This role involves coordinating with on-site Superintendent staff regarding schedules and project progress, organizing documents in construction software, assisting with project drawing coordination, and leading or assisting job site meetings. The position requires traveling to job sites and managing comprehensive project schedules in MS Project.
Hard Skills
+ Civil engineering, architecture, or construction management bachelor’s degree
+ Proficiency in MS Project
+ Experience with construction software
Soft Skills
+ Strong organizational skills
+ Excellent communication and coordination abilities
+ Ability to travel as required
Job Type
This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Rosemont, Illinois.
Work Environment
The role is based 80%-90% in a corporate office environment with a mid-sized team of 45 employees, fostering a ‘family feel’. The position includes occasional job-site visits around the Greater Chicagoland area or around the US. Travel typically peaks at about 1 visit per week, with the possibility of same-day returns. The office setup includes cubicles for APM’s/PE’s/PM’s and surrounding offices for Project Executives & Presidents/VP’s. After an initial period, remote work options are available for one day per week.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
+ Hiring diverse talent
+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.