Mechanical Project Manager (New Grad 2027)

AM Mechanical•Downers Grove, IL

About The Position

AM Mechanical is hiring highly motivated Mechanical Project Managers to join its team for Summer 2027. The role is intended for students graduating during the 2026–2027 school year and offers the opportunity to manage construction projects from startup through completion. Project Managers are responsible for project performance and profitability from day one, including managerial and administrative project functions, coordination with owners and design teams, subcontractor selection, and customer-focused project delivery. Total compensation for the Project Manager role is described as ranging from $84,000 to $95,000, depending on location, previous experience, and other factors. The posting also lists a pay range of $85,000 to $90,000 USD and notes that candidates with extensive experience may exceed the typical base compensation range. Eligible discretionary bonuses are based on individual and company performance. AM Mechanical describes itself as a design-build company with over 30 years of experience and more than 7,500 completed projects nationwide. The company emphasizes integrity, treating people fairly, diversity and inclusion, and delivering solutions that meet customer needs.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or a related program.
Graduating in the 2026–2027 school year.
Minimum GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.

Nice To Haves

Prior construction internship experience.
Extracurricular involvement.

Responsibilities

Manage the administrative and managerial aspects of projects, including estimating, scheduling, quality control, progress reports, progress billing, design review and coordination, cost reporting, safety, and proposal preparation.
Ensure project estimates are accurate and complete.
Work with owners and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings.
Participate in proposal meetings with owners to review scope, discuss cost-reduction opportunities, and present value-engineering ideas.
Oversee the buyout process and selection of subcontractors.
Conduct bi-weekly job-site meetings.
Make sound decisions under tight deadlines.
Organize, plan, and manage multiple activities to achieve desired results.
Evaluate project-related processes and make necessary changes to support quality and improvement.
Use customer input to make improvements and meet or exceed internal and external client expectations.
Act with integrity and support the company, its values, and fellow associates while focusing on meeting or exceeding customer requirements and expectations.

Benefits

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program, with discretionary bonuses based on individual and company performance.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Traditional and Roth 401(k).
Tuition reimbursement for associates.
Scholarship for associates’ children, up to $28,000 per child.
One-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel.
One week of paid volunteer leave each year.
100% charitable match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Paid parental leave.