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How much do cmit jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for cmit in Illinois is $23.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.29 and $27.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cmit?

A CMIT (Construction Manager in Training) job is an entry-level position for individuals pursuing a career in construction management. It is typically part of a structured program that provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development. CMITs assist in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating construction activities under the guidance of experienced managers. This role helps prepare individuals for certification and advancement within the construction industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cmit position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CMIT (Certified Manager in Training), you need a solid foundation in business operations, leadership principles, and customer service, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and general office applications is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities make candidates stand out in dynamic retail or hospitality settings. These skills are crucial for effectively managing teams, handling operational challenges, and driving customer satisfaction during the training period and beyond.

What are the common career paths available after completing a Certified Manager in Training (CMIT) program?

Most individuals who successfully complete the Certified Manager in Training (CMIT) program advance to full management positions, such as Assistant Manager, Store Manager, or Department Manager, depending on the organization's structure and needs. The training you receive is designed to provide hands-on experience and a comprehensive understanding of operational, financial, and leadership responsibilities. Many companies prioritize internal promotion from the CMIT program, making it an effective stepping stone for long-term career growth. Additionally, those who demonstrate strong performance and leadership abilities during the program may be considered for specialized roles such as Operations Manager, Regional Manager, or training/development positions within the company.

Infographic showing various Cmit job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,078 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

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Key responsibilities

  • Support Project Managers by developing, monitoring, and maintaining project schedules and resolving negative impacts to schedule critical paths.

  • Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules, project risk assessments, and 4D/5D modeling, and manage resource and cost loading of schedules.

  • Oversee clients' schedules for schedule validation, perform forensic scheduling analysis, and contribute to scope control and change management activities.


Job description

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!


Our Scheduling team is growing! We are seeking talented professionals to join our highly respected scheduling and litigation team at various site locations across the United States. Whether you have a few years of industry experience or are ready to take the next step in your career, we want to connect with you for current and future opportunities.

Our team delivers high-impact results across diverse sectors, including life sciences, data centers, and semiconductors. We invite you to explore our portfolio and discover why clients trust our industry-leading expertise.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Support Project Managers with quality project schedules at appropriate levels of detail for proposed and on-going projects.
  • Develop, monitor, status and resolve negative impacts to schedule critical paths.
  • Provide guidance on design issues, client concerns and code issues.
  • Lead project managers, design and contractors on monthly project progress of work.
  • Develop and maintain project risk assessments, qualitative and quantitative.
  • Develop and maintain 4D, 5D modeling.
  • Manage the development of critical monthly progress reports.
  • Participate in design verifications and construction site walks.
  • Support efforts to collect, integrate and report key project data.
  • Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules.
  • Perform forensic scheduling analysis.
  • Overview clients' schedules for as-planned schedule validation, labor productivity, critical path delay and acceleration.
  • Development of risk management plan, using crystal ball, PRA.
  • Manage resource and cost loading of schedules.
  • Contributes to and monitors scope control, change management and associated implications to project cost and scheduling, escalating when appropriate.
  • Provides mentorship to Scheduler I & Scheduler II Team Members.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Attendance at work during normal business hours.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of developing and maintaining project risk assessments (qualitative and quantitative).
  • Knowledge of 4D/5D modeling.
  • Experience with forensic scheduling analysis of construction or engineering projects independently.
  • Experience with estimate validation and adjustments and comparative cost analyses.
  • Knowledge of Pre- and Post-Construction cost audits and valuations.
  • Experience performing detailed cost and schedule analyses.
  • Knowledge of project document control.
  • ability to provide forensic scheduling analysis of construction or engineering projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop high-level logic driven schedules.
  • Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals.
  • Deliver quality work product by role modeling organizational core values.
  • Hold self accountable to individual and team goals.
  • Consistently communicate and collaborate with team members and clients.
  • Build relationships with peers, leaders, and clients.
  • Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at current role and prepare for career progression.
  • Demonstrate ability to be dependable, diligent, and thorough.
  • Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in managing the project effectively in a compressed timeframe.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Education: BS in Construction Management or Engineering
  • Experience: 5+ years' experience in project scheduling
  • Prior experience working on projects within the advanced manufacturing/technology sector is preferred
  • Preferred Certification: PSP, PMP, CPE, CEP, CCP, CMIT or MRICS

#LI-EG1

Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group's policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.

All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.

The salary range for this full-time role is $104,600.00-$139,466.68 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program