Assistant Project Manager

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
85K-105K Annually
Junior
Industrial
The Role
Support Project Manager on transit and aviation construction projects: prepare estimates and budgets, solicit and review subcontractor bids, manage submittals and CPM schedules, monitor costs and progress, maintain project documentation, attend meetings, and ensure safety compliance.
Summary Generated by Built In

F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen.

The way in which urban infrastructure is conceived, planned, and implemented, can have a profound effect on the communities it serves. Transit projects, in particular, represent long-term infrastructure investments that are likely to serve millions of people over time. Not only do those projects require careful planning and design, they also must be built to last. Our extensive experience across a wide variety of projects with transit agencies, as well as our broad range of construction skills, focus, and dedication, puts us in a unique position to be highly successful—even when projects are long and challenging.


Position Overview:

This is an assistant managerial position that reports to the Project Manager and/or Sr. Project Manager for the Department 


Assigned Responsibilities:

  • Manage transit and aviation projects and scopes as assigned by manager.
  • Work with owner’s representative to communicate progress of project.
  • Prepare preliminary estimates / budgets.
  • Select subcontractors to solicit bids.
  • Review subcontractor proposals
  • Prepare, review for approval, and submit contract changes/proposal to owner.
  • Negotiate contract changes/proposals with owners.
  • Solicit and process submittals and shop drawings.
  • Collaborate and prepare CPM project schedule.
  • Preparation of job cost budget.
  • Monitor the transit and aviation construction progress with Superintendent.
  • Maintain project documentation.
  • Investigate adverse situations and report to PM and/or Sr. PM
  • Represent company in project meetings, when required.
  • Responsible for monitoring and maintaining project costs.
  • Active participation in safety
  • Additional duties as assigned

Requirements
  • B.S Construction Management / Engineering and / or 2-3 years general construction experience required. 
  • Knowledge of transit and aviation construction, quantity take-offs and estimating required. 
  • Computer skills, knowledge of Project Management, scheduling, good communication and organizational skills are necessary. 
  • Ability to work independently on assigned projects.

Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401K matching
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Eligibility for Year End Bonus
  • LifeLock Subscription

Salary Range:

$85,000-$105,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.

F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.

Note to Search Firm Agencies, Recruitment Agencies, and Similar Organizations and Firms: F.H. Paschen does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any F.H. Paschen employee. F.H Paschen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees and referral compensation associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of F.H. Paschen and will be processed accordingly.

Skills Required

  • B.S. in Construction Management or Engineering, or 2-3 years general construction experience
  • Knowledge of transit and aviation construction
  • Quantity take-offs and estimating experience
  • Project management and scheduling knowledge (CPM)
  • Computer skills
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently on assigned projects
  • Active participation in safety programs
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The Company
679 Employees
Year Founded: 1911

What We Do

F.H. Paschen is a general contractor and construction management company with over 110 years of experience. They serve public and private clients across the country, specializing in infrastructure, heavy civil construction, and building projects. The company is committed to building strong relationships with diverse businesses and engaging the communities they serve, leveraging innovative technology and extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality, cost-effective projects from design to execution.

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