Assistant Project Manager
Company: Jacobs
Location: Chicago, IL
Date Posted: 6/26/25, 3:47 AM
At Jacobs, our Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) team works seamlessly with clients by delivering projects and programs to achieve our clients' goals. Whether it's managing construction or designing buildings, solutions are continuously being implemented. What we do is more than construction; we play a part in moving a vision from concept to reality. If you're interested in a rewarding career working on ENR's #1 Construction Management-for-Fee firm, then Jacobs is where you belong.
Our Program Management group is seeking a Assistant Project Manager to be part of our capital projects team for a large healthcare client in Chicago, IL. Reporting to the Program Manager you'll be working alongside other Project Managers on the Jacobs team, client staff, and contractors.
In this role you'll assist and manage a variety of capital improvement projects for our client utilizing your project management experience. Typical projects range from $1M - $50M, with opportunities for larger capital developments as they're programmed ($250M - $1B+). The work includes acting as a single point of contact for projects throughout the planning, budgeting, design, review, construction and inspection processes; monitoring project costs ensuring projects meet budget constraints; updating and ensuring the project stays on schedule and that the schedule is regularly briefed with the client; and ensuring that the project contractors complete the scope of the project within specifications.
This opportunity will require high level organization, communication, and presentations skills to ensure client staff affected by projects are informed and processes are established; to coordinate and communicate design development, plan reviews, permitting, changes in design or construction; to facilitate regular coordination meetings with the client, consultants, and contractors. Your keen ability to multi-task, communicate effectively and tackle project challenges will allow you to thrive in our fast-paced environment. You'll bring your expertise to solve complex problems, ensuring the success of our projects.
Bachelor of Science in Architecture an Engineering discipline or Construction Management
5+ years of experience as an Assist / Project Manager in an Architectural, Engineering or Construction organization
U.S. healthcare facility or other medical facility construction experience
Strong working knowledge of contract management, programming, design, pre-construction, project delivery methods, change management, schedule and budget oversight, safety planning and oversight, quality assurance, risk management, building systems/components and technology, and experience in a client facing relationship
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, and Microsoft Project), and some level of experience using industry Project Management Control Systems (PMCS), preferably eBuilder, Procore, etc and other programs for budget and schedule management (ie Smartsheets, Power BI, etc).
Willing and able to work full-time at the client's location in the West Side Medical District and potentially at other offsite suburban locations.
Ideally, You'll Also Have:
Certified Construction Manager (CCM), DBIA Professional, Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect license/certification (AIA)
Certified Healthcare Constructor and Infection Control (ASHE)
Experience in capital project improvement and development program management
Lean Construction applications and techniques
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
Company: Jacobs
Location: Chicago, IL
Date Posted: 6/26/25, 3:47 AM
At Jacobs, our Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) team works seamlessly with clients by delivering projects and programs to achieve our clients' goals. Whether it's managing construction or designing buildings, solutions are continuously being implemented. What we do is more than construction; we play a part in moving a vision from concept to reality. If you're interested in a rewarding career working on ENR's #1 Construction Management-for-Fee firm, then Jacobs is where you belong.
Our Program Management group is seeking a Assistant Project Manager to be part of our capital projects team for a large healthcare client in Chicago, IL. Reporting to the Program Manager you'll be working alongside other Project Managers on the Jacobs team, client staff, and contractors.
In this role you'll assist and manage a variety of capital improvement projects for our client utilizing your project management experience. Typical projects range from $1M - $50M, with opportunities for larger capital developments as they're programmed ($250M - $1B+). The work includes acting as a single point of contact for projects throughout the planning, budgeting, design, review, construction and inspection processes; monitoring project costs ensuring projects meet budget constraints; updating and ensuring the project stays on schedule and that the schedule is regularly briefed with the client; and ensuring that the project contractors complete the scope of the project within specifications.
This opportunity will require high level organization, communication, and presentations skills to ensure client staff affected by projects are informed and processes are established; to coordinate and communicate design development, plan reviews, permitting, changes in design or construction; to facilitate regular coordination meetings with the client, consultants, and contractors. Your keen ability to multi-task, communicate effectively and tackle project challenges will allow you to thrive in our fast-paced environment. You'll bring your expertise to solve complex problems, ensuring the success of our projects.
Bachelor of Science in Architecture an Engineering discipline or Construction Management
5+ years of experience as an Assist / Project Manager in an Architectural, Engineering or Construction organization
U.S. healthcare facility or other medical facility construction experience
Strong working knowledge of contract management, programming, design, pre-construction, project delivery methods, change management, schedule and budget oversight, safety planning and oversight, quality assurance, risk management, building systems/components and technology, and experience in a client facing relationship
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, and Microsoft Project), and some level of experience using industry Project Management Control Systems (PMCS), preferably eBuilder, Procore, etc and other programs for budget and schedule management (ie Smartsheets, Power BI, etc).
Willing and able to work full-time at the client's location in the West Side Medical District and potentially at other offsite suburban locations.
Ideally, You'll Also Have:
Certified Construction Manager (CCM), DBIA Professional, Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect license/certification (AIA)
Certified Healthcare Constructor and Infection Control (ASHE)
Experience in capital project improvement and development program management
Lean Construction applications and techniques
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
Job ID: 483427292
Originally Posted on: 6/30/2025
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