Assistant Construction Manager

Job Title: Assistant Construction Manager

The Assistant Construction Manager will oversee onsite management of small retail and commercial remodels. This role involves enforcing safety protocols, conducting safety audits, creating project schedules, and coordinating with subcontractors. Responsibilities also include handling various documentation processes, reading and interpreting blueprints, and proposing project bids.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee small retail and commercial remodels onsite.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct safety audits.
• Create project schedules and coordinate daily with subcontractors.
• Document activities and provide updates using project management software.
• Handle submittals, change orders, RFIs, and related documents.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and site layouts according to specifications.
• Propose bids and determine labor and material costs for projects.
• Attend client meetings and coordinate with clients onsite.
• Ensure daily job-site clean-up and site preparation for the next day.
• Secure and lock up the site prior to ending the shift.
• Occasionally use basic hand and power tools.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction management, site construction, and subcontractor management.
• Familiarity with construction engineering, inspection, codes, drawings, safety, and schedules.
• Ability to manage site layouts and maintain subcontractor relationships.
• Understanding of retail and commercial construction environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor"s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; Associate"s Degree minimum.
• Internship to 3 years of experience with a general contractor or in a related construction role.
• Hands-on attitude and capability to work with tools.
• Willingness to work night shifts and weekends as required by project demands.
• Ability to travel around the Chicagoland area for projects.

Work Environment

The role primarily involves onsite work and may require night shifts and weekends. Opportunities for day-time projects may arise based on performance. The candidate will work 40-55 hours per week, with occasional Saturdays, and will interact with field crews frequently. The company provides a secure area for trucks and equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oak Lawn, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.85/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oak Lawn,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.

About Actalent

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