Assistant Construction Project Manager

Clune Construction Company • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Clune Construction is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager to support commercial construction projects throughout business development, preconstruction, procurement, startup, execution, and closeout. The role coordinates project information, documentation, financial workflows, stakeholder communications, and field activities in collaboration with project managers, field leadership, clients, design professionals, and trade partners. The position also supports team development and consistent use of project systems and processes. The role requires the ability to complete the job requirements of lower positions in the job family hierarchy. Duties may change and may include other work as assigned.

Requirements

• Background in construction trades and technical knowledge of construction methods.
• 2–5 years of experience managing commercial interior, healthcare, and/or mission-critical projects.
• Ability to complete the job requirements of all lower positions in the job family hierarchy.
• Provide a resume.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support business development and preconstruction efforts, including pursuit coordination, RFP review, client presentations, project information organization, and budgeting activities.
• Coordinate preconstruction planning, including documentation, logistics, constructability reviews, procurement requirements, value engineering, general conditions, and field input.
• Coordinate subcontractor procurement by preparing bid packages, maintaining bidder information, collecting and leveling proposals, clarifying scope, supporting award recommendations, and tracking subcontract execution.
• Support project startup and execution planning, including kickoff meetings, project controls, schedules, logistics, procurement, communication plans, and coordination among project teams and stakeholders.
• Coordinate project documentation workflows, including RFIs, submittals, document distribution, project logs, reporting, and follow-up.
• Support project financial management by coordinating cost tracking, reviewing commitments, assisting with change order documentation and billing workflows, updating CMiC information, and maintaining project financial records.
• Coordinate project communications by preparing agendas, recording meeting minutes, tracking action items, supporting OAC meetings, preparing project updates, and maintaining communication among stakeholders.
• Support construction operations and field coordination, including scheduling, procurement tracking, QA/QC, safety coordination, site visits, logistics planning, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate project closeout by tracking punch list completion, organizing closeout documents, coordinating trade partner deliverables, supporting turnover requirements, and assisting with Day Two work.
• Contribute to team development and process improvement through intern involvement, mentorship, recruiting, training, lessons learned, and consistent application of project systems and workflows.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage for all dependents, effective day one
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending, dependent care, and commuter plans
• Career development through mentoring, learning and development, and continuing education
• Fitness program
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed