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Assistant Project Manager (Design and Construction)

Project Management Advisors, Inc. (PMA), Chicago, IL, United States


Project Management Advisors, Inc. (PMA) is a national real estate advisory firm providing consulting services as the owner's representative.

We are hiring an Assistant Project Manager for our Chicago, IL office.

Responsibilities

You assist with the development and completion of project-specific tasks as required to meet or exceed the expectations of the client and fulfill contractual obligations.

You support the planning and analysis of conceptual design issues and pre-construction.

You coordinate and review the development of architectural and engineering construction drawings and bid documents.

You effectively review, understand, and enforce contractual requirements for design and construction professionals and assist project management staff in generating contracts and addenda.

You understand the building permit process and support the design and construction professionals in securing the permit.

You effectively meet with contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to review the project status and resolve issues.

You responsibly maintain and follow up on project open item lists.

You direct and/or document project meetings.

You review and analyze potential changes to the budget.

You monitor the construction budget and schedule, including updating and maintaining a web-based project.

You actively observe and report on the construction process and construction-related issues (field reports, job walks, etc.).

You manage the project process to a successful close-out.

Qualifications

2+ years of development and project management experience, ideally in an Owner’s Representative environment.

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Real Estate Finance, or a related field.

Values & Skills

Motivated self-starter with a positive attitude.

High level of personal integrity and business ethics, thriving in a collaborative team environment.

Flexible thinking and coachability; able to accept constructive feedback.

Polished presence and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence.

Enthusiasm and curiosity about the work and the broader real estate and construction field.

Practices diligence and discipline to refine options into the optimal result.

Exudes confidence and courage to cultivate self as a leader.

Values fairness and transparency, fundamental to consensus-building.

Benefits

Being part of a respected company with high-caliber clients and projects.

A workplace that is values-based and consciously practices its values every day.

A culture that respects work/life balance.

Competitive salary and bonus program.

Formal and informal training, leadership development, mentoring programs, and other opportunities for growth and advancement.

Quality benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, education reimbursement, and more.

401(k) plan with employer match.

Salary range: $70,000 - $110,000 annually. Base pay may vary depending on location, experience, skills, relevant education, and training.

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