Founded in 1893, Reed Construction is a 5th generation family owned general contractor. We create value for our clients through communication, collaboration and innovation. Our long term success is the result of investing in our employees, our community and our relationships. Since our inception, we have provided owners, developers and facility managers of healthcare organizations, investment properties, educational institutions and various other corporations with high-quality construction solutions delivered on-time and within budget.
Today our firm, led by fifth generation President and CEO William T. Birck, is a full-service corporation with over 122 years of experience in general contracting and design-build. Now with a satellite office in Washington, D.C., Reed Construction is continuing to expand its reach and provide unparalleled service to other regions of the country.
We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our team! You will be responsible for management and oversight for varied phases of the construction project.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure that the project is administered at the highest level of compliance with company policies and procedures
• Solicit vendors for pricing; recommend contract awards
• Assemble and prepare complete and well though-out estimates; perform quantity takeoffs and vid evaluations
• Prepare accurate and concise contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders
• Chase and review subcontractor submittals, verifying conformance to contract documents
• Accurately forecast and track costs in cost reporting system; instructs and oversees monthly pay application process
• Degree in engineering or construction management from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in the commercial construction industry
• Strong planning organizational skills
• Good presentation skills; ability to persuade others; good negotiation skills
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- Degree in engineering or construction management from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in the commercial construction industry
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Good presentation skills; ability to persuade others; good negotiation skills
What We Do
Reed Construction is a fifth-generation, family-owned general contractor based in Chicago, Illinois, with over 128 years of experience. The firm provides full-service construction solutions, specializing in sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, and corporate workplace environments. Committed to reliability and proactive communication, they deliver high-quality projects on-time and within budget, utilizing a professional team dedicated to accountability and integrity.
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