Assistant Project Manager (Construction)

Company Description

REED Construction, a rapidly growing full-service construction firm with extensive expertise in general contracting and design-build, is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager to join our team.

Job Description

• Assist in leading the project team; takes initiative in managing information, establishing expectations and maintaining quality and cost effectiveness in the overall project
• Solicits vendors for pricing; recommends contract awards  
• Assemble and prepare complete and well thought-out estimates; perform quantity takeoffs and bid evaluations; clarify specific information and assumptions  
• Prepare accurate and concise contracts, subcontracts and purchase orders  
• Chases and reviews subcontractor submittals, verifying conformance to contract documents  
• Spots business development opportunities; performs follow-up calls chasing bids; helps to negotiate and close deals
  
• Handles multiple projects simultaneously at various stages and locations, applying a strong knowledge of construction trades
  

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or construction management from an accredited college or university  
• Minimum 1-3 years experience in the commercial construction industry  
• Able to foresee and circumvent risk appropriately
• Ability to collaboratively lead teams; able to delegate tasks and follow up  
• Good presentation skills; ability to persuade others; good negotiation skills  
• Organized, efficient, and responsive to the needs of internal and external clients
  

Additional Information

What REED offers:

• Above market compensation (base plus generous bonuses)
• Excellent work-life balance (off at 3pm every Friday)
• Plenty of room for quick career advancement
• Mentor/mentee program to help train and foster talent
• Fully stocked bar including a keg
• Outstanding benefits including health, dental, vision, 401k, and discounted gym membership
• Company communal car for visiting job sites
• Conveniently located in the heart of the West Loop, one block from Union Station