Assistant Project Manager - Retail Construction

The Assistant Project Manager will play a critical role in supporting the execution of light industrial construction projects, partnering closely with superintendents, subcontractors, and clients to drive schedule adherence, cost control, and quality standards. This position is ideal for someone looking to deepen their experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or flex-space developments while progressing toward full Project Management responsibility.

Client Details

This well-established, mid-sized General Contractor has been delivering retail projects across the Chicagoland market for over two decades and is entering a significant growth phase backed by a strong 2026-2027 retail pipeline. The firm is known for its collaborative team environment, repeat national and regional retail clients, and clear pathways for advancement across the organization.

Description

Our Assistant Project Manager will:

• Assist Project Managers through preconstruction, subcontractor buyout, and active retail project delivery
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, meeting documentation, change logs, and closeout tracking
• Partner with Superintendents and trade partners to keep retail build-outs and remodels on schedule
• Support budget management through cost tracking, pay applications, and financial forecasting
• Coordinate long-lead materials, vendor deliveries, and maintain organized project documentation
• Uphold brand and quality standards while proactively resolving field issues and supporting on-site coordination

Profile

The Ideal Assistant Project Manager will have:

• 2-5 years of experience within retail or commercial construction environments
• Solid knowledge of construction workflows, trade sequencing, and project documentation protocols
• Demonstrated ability to manage concurrent tasks and meet tight retail-driven deadlines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across field teams, vendors, and ownership groups
• Proficient in Procore, Bluebeam, and comparable construction management platforms

Job Offer

We are offering:

• Competitive base compensation in the $100K-$115K range
• Annual performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company contribution
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Clear trajectory toward a Project Manager role within the retail construction division

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