Assistant Project Manager

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Job Type and Duration: Direct Hire Pay range: $70,000 - $80,000 Key Responsibilities * Independently manage smaller projects or assigned scopes within larger projects, including scope, schedule, and budget tracking * Execute buyout activities for assigned scopes, including soliciting quotes, negotiating routine vendor pricing, and issuing purchase orders * Prepare and review submittals; coordinate technical content with the engineering team * Draft RFIs and coordinate responses among the field, engineering, and design teams * Price routine change orders and T&M tickets for Project Manager review * Review labor and material costs weekly; assist the Project Manager with monthly forecasts and WIP reporting * Maintain project schedules under PM direction and identify schedule slippage early * Coordinate day-to-day activities with subcontractors; review subcontractor pay applications * Drive project closeout, including O&M coordination, warranties, and owner training scheduling * Run OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings under PM oversight * Mentor Project Coordinators on assigned projects Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and progressive industry experience (typically 5+ years in lieu of a degree). * 25 years of experience in commercial construction project management, coordination, or field engineerin * Minimum 12 years of direct experience in commercial mechanical or HVAC contracting strongly preferred. Required Skills & Software * Bluebeam Revu * Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel * Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and equipment * Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and shop drawings ESPO Corporation **************** ************ View all open jobs at ********************* Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965 ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.