Description
McShane Construction Company is looking for an Assistant Project Manager!
As Assistant Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality multi-family, industrial, or commercial construction projects, while building skills to eventually lead projects as Project Manager. Through the entire project lifecycle, you’ll learn industry’s best practices for ensuring safety, timeliness, and adherence to budgets and quality standards.
Company Benefits
- Vision, Dental, & Health Coverage
- 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match
- Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Student Loan Assistance
- 15 PTO Days
- Paid Parental Leave
Responsibilities
Preconstruction
• Review project drawings to become familiar with project details and scope
• Assist in bid tab evaluation by reviewing Subcontractor proposals and confirming scope
• Assist in PQM process for all subcontractors
Project Controls
• Complete understanding and analysis of executed Owner contract and 20ish contract terms review
• Confirm subcontractor insurance compliance throughout project
• Create, maintain and manage all project RFI’s, submittals, material procurement, drawings and drawings changes, meetings minutes, punch lists, and closeouts
• Manage the review and approval process of all documents associated with project controls
• Participate in the preparation of job cost reports utilizing accounting reports, field resources, and project management resources. Participate in the preparation of Applications for Payment to the project owner.
• Help research and provide options to resolve project challenges/conflicts that arise.
Schedule Management
• Produce or participate in the preparation of project schedules and updates
• Review SmartPM grading and adjust schedules to meet target grades
Cost Control and Financial Management
• Collaborate with the estimating and procurement teams to ensure accurate cost forecasting and timely procurement of materials and services.
• Manage project budgets, monitor project costs, and implement effective cost control measures
• Review and negotiate change orders, subcontractor agreements, and supplier contracts to protect the project's financial interests
• Prepare accurate and timely project financial reports, including budget analysis, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete assessments
Quality Management
• Become familiar with and utilize the McShane Quality Manual
• Assist in the organization and scheduling of all necessary project consultant inspections
• Track and respond to project consultant inspection reports monthly
Safety
• Become familiar with the company’s Safety Program
• Participate in preparing specific project safety plan
• Participate in and assist in weekly job-site safety orientation meetings
• Perform weekly job site safety audits
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in construction management
- Knowledge of project controls and construction methods, building codes, and safety regulations
- Ability to use or learn construction management software (CMiC, Bluebeam, Salus, PlanGrid, MS Project, Primavera P6)
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite
- Full understanding and ability to schedule projects in MS Project/Primavera P6
McShane Construction, established in 1984, is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family, industrial, commercial, and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business, we are committed to integrity, innovation, and collaboration, offering a rewarding career environment. With headquarters in Rosemont, IL, and regional offices in Auburn, AL, Madison, WI, Nashville, TN, and Phoenix, AZ, our impact spans nationwide.
McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in construction management
- Knowledge of project controls and construction methods, building codes, and safety regulations
- Ability to use or learn construction management software (CMiC, Bluebeam, Salus, PlanGrid, MS Project, Primavera P6)
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite
- Full understanding and ability to schedule projects in MS Project/Primavera P6
McShane Construction Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about McShane Construction Company and has not been reviewed or approved by McShane Construction Company.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for many roles, with descriptors such as competitive or great and role-specific allowances adding tangible value. Competitiveness appears stronger in certain roles and locations, aligning with project mix and market conditions.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is presented as fully covered, and a winter holiday shutdown is highlighted as additional family time. These elements position family support as a material part of the total rewards.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Vehicle or gas allowances, occasional provided meals, and student-loan assistance are cited as practical, everyday-value perks. Emphasis on safety, development, and community engagement further supports overall wellbeing.
McShane Construction Company Insights
What We Do
Founded 40 years ago, we’re proud to have built a reputation as a leader in the construction of high-quality facilities. Our clients are a diverse group – so we provide a diverse set of contracting options and work with them to find the right solutions for their projects. This ensures the right fit for our clients’ business requirements and organizational cultures. We build projects in the multi-family, industrial, commercial, health & fitness and institutional markets. We improve the supply chain management process, increase operational efficiencies and build environments that foster creativity. Our commitment to sustainable construction helps improve the communities in which we build. The structures we create provide our clients with more than just a building – we deliver an environment that enables them to achieve their goals.
