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Skyline Construction

Project Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $39/hr

Project Preparation and Set-Up * Assist Project Team with preparation of bid documentation, as necessary. * Plot and /or order and distribute plans. * Prepare for Project Team review, all ...

Skyline Construction

Project Coordinator

Chicago, IL

$30 - $39/hr

Project Preparation and Set-Up * Assist Project Team with preparation of bid documentation, as necessary. * Plot and /or order and distribute plans. * Prepare for Project Team review, all ...

Skyline Construction

Project Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $39/hr

Project Preparation and Set-Up * Assist Project Team with preparation of bid documentation, as necessary. * Plot and /or order and distribute plans. * Prepare for Project Team review, all ...

DeJames Builders, Inc.

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Assistant Project Manager

Glendale Heights, IL · On-site

Assistant Project Manager We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The Assistant Project Manager will play a crucial role in supporting project management ...

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Just In Time Staffing LLC

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Assistant Project Manager

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$42K - $45K/yr

Assistant Project Manager - Restoration & Construction Location: Northbrook, IL Schedule: Monday through Friday - 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (OT paid as time and half after 40 hours) Pay: $42k-$45k/yr ...

WT Group AEC

Assistant Project Manager

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible for supporting the Project Manager (PM) in executing complex project goals. By focusing on the needs of the project, this individual will assist in ...

Luxus

Assistant Project Manager

Chicago, IL

$125K/yr

Assistant Project Manager - Ultra-Luxury Residential Construction Company Name: Seiler ConsultingLocation: Chicago, IllinoisProject Locations: Chicago, IL and Miami, FLProject Focus: Owner ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend project assistant in Chicago, IL is $22.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.84 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Weekend Project Assistant, you’ll often help coordinate project tasks, manage schedules, and ensure that team members have the resources they need to stay on track during weekend shifts. You might be responsible for updating project documentation, communicating progress to supervisors, and troubleshooting minor issues as they arise. Your support is crucial in keeping weekend operations running smoothly and ensuring that project milestones are met on time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend project assistant?

To thrive as a Weekend Project Assistant, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic project management knowledge, often supported by a high school diploma or some college coursework. Familiarity with productivity tools like Microsoft Office, project management software (such as Trello or Asana), and communication platforms is typically required. Excellent time management, adaptability, and effective communication skills help you coordinate tasks and support team members efficiently during limited weekend hours. These abilities ensure smooth project execution, timely completion of tasks, and reliable support for teams working outside standard business hours.

What is a weekend project assistant?

Weekend Project Assistants are support staff who help with various tasks related to ongoing projects, typically during weekends. Their responsibilities can include organizing materials, setting up and cleaning workspaces, assisting project managers, coordinating schedules, and providing administrative support. This role is important for ensuring that projects run smoothly outside of regular business hours, allowing teams to meet deadlines and maintain productivity. Weekend Project Assistants are commonly found in industries such as events, construction, research, and community organizations.

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Assistant Project Manager - Mission Critical - Chicago

Burns & McDonnell

Chicago, IL • On-site

$130K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Burns & McDonnell rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 80 rated construction

Job description

Description
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will assist project managers on a variety of projects of varying complexity, and/or will manage some smaller and less complex projects on their own. This position will manage and act as a coordinator and project liaison to the client, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders, throughout the project. The APM will maintain document control, manage databases and coordinate and track project activities and communications to ensure project goals are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and budget parameters
  • Assist global practice and engineering disciplines with overall efforts for Design-only and/or EPC projects.
  • Assist the Project Management team to administer request for proposal (RFP) package development, bid and selection process, and develop detailed scope of work documents for downstream contracts.
  • Manage Contractors' submittals, requests for information, supplemental design instructions, and site drawing logs.
  • Verify Contractor compliance including: quality, safety, environmental, environmental and material management programs.
  • Execute contracts including: change order management/ field change directives, approval of invoices, and management of schedules.
  • Assist with project controls efforts, including project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking.
  • Assist with the development of internal and external reports including, project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders.
  • Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Legal Department as required.
  • Close out contract and project documentation.
  • Adhere to Burns & McDonnell's safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program and 5 years of applicable experience required.
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.
  • High proficiency using Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others (Owner's, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
  • Experience with Primavera Contract Manager or similar change management software is preferred.

Compensation
$130,000.00-220,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Engineering
Primary Location US-IL-Chicago
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
Req ID: 261287
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #GFS N/A

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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