Assistant Construction Manager

<p><strong>Job Title: Assistant Construction Manager</strong><p>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.<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and oversee small retail and commercial remodels onsite.</li><li>Enforce safety protocols and conduct safety audits.</li><li>Create project schedules and coordinate daily with subcontractors.</li><li>Document activities and provide updates using project management software.</li><li>Handle submittals, change orders, RFIs, and related documents.</li><li>Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and site layouts according to specifications.</li><li>Propose bids and determine labor and material costs for projects.</li><li>Attend client meetings and coordinate with clients onsite.</li><li>Ensure daily job-site clean-up and site preparation for the next day.</li><li>Secure and lock up the site prior to ending the shift.</li><li>Occasionally use basic hand and power tools.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in construction management, site construction, and subcontractor management.</li><li>Familiarity with construction engineering, inspection, codes, drawings, safety, and schedules.</li><li>Ability to manage site layouts and maintain subcontractor relationships.</li><li>Understanding of retail and commercial construction environments.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Skills & Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; Associate's Degree minimum.</li><li>Internship to 3 years of experience with a general contractor or in a related construction role.</li><li>Hands-on attitude and capability to work with tools.</li><li>Willingness to work night shifts and weekends as required by project demands.</li><li>Ability to travel around the Chicagoland area for projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Work Environment</strong><p>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.</p><strong>Job Type & Location</strong><p>This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oak Lawn, IL.</p><strong>Pay and Benefits</strong><p>The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.85/hr.<p>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: <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Medical, dental & vision <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Short and long-term disability <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Health Spending Account (HSA) <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Transportation benefits <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Employee Assistance Program <br /><span style="margin-left:10px;">• </span> Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)</p><strong>Workplace Type</strong><p>This is a fully onsite position in Oak Lawn,IL.</p><strong>Application Deadline</strong><p>This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2026.</p><h2>Diversity, Equity & Inclusion</h2> <p>At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:</p> <ul><li>Hiring diverse talent</li> <li>Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection</li> <li>Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes</li> <li>Ensuring growth opportunities for our people</li> </ul> <p>Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.</p> <h2>About Actalent</h2> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.</p> <p>Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at <a href="https://www.actalentservices.com">actalentservices.com</a>.</p>

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