ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Company: Wells
Location: Naperville
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION Assisting with the management of precast/prestressed concrete construction projects from point of sale to project closeout to ensure customer requirements and business plan performance objectives are met. Salary range ($75,000-$85,000 per year). Based on experience. WHY WORK FOR US? At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results. In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Health, dental and vision insurance Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance Wellness Incentives Paid holidays Flex spending for medical and daycare Health savings account (HSA) 401(k) plan with profit sharing Access to Nice Healthcare Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO) Wishbone Pet Insurance Critical Illness Benefit Plan Accident Insurance Plan Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative. Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with financials, risk management and client relations of assigned projects from pre-construction to closeout. Responsible to maintain enough frequency of communication with and input from all relevant parties to ensure project plans are being met. Responsible for ensuring all contract terms are complied with in the execution of the work and for monitoring of the project for changes for which change orders will be negotiated and executed in a timely manner per the terms of the contract. Assist with developing a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress Responsible for understanding the customer’s requirements as accommodated by the company’s proposal and creating precast/prestress concrete project schedules to meet said requirements with the input of the appropriate functional areas of the operation. Responsible for assisting with facilitating meetings to convey necessary information and to establish the necessary plans to ensure the successful outcomes of all projects. At the conclusion of every precast/prestressed concrete project, to assist with ensuring that all closeout documentation has been submitted and project files are appropriately archived in Concrete Vision once final payment is made. Additionally, the project manager is responsible for convening one or more project post-mortem meetings to review the project for the purpose of identifying non-conformances, root causes and appropriate corrective actions. Use project management software consistently and accurately. Transition into a Project Management role within an acceptable amount of time. EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or related field, and a minimum of 3 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager, or equivalent role, in the construction industry. Candidate must have a solid understanding of the construction industry, jobsite safety requirements, contract management, planning and scheduling, and relevant technology. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and representatives from other companies, agencies, or departments. Ability to organize and clearly express information in concise written and verbal form. Ability to make mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately. Ability to use calculators, personal computers, and application software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills. Excellent time management skills. Requires ability to make independent decisions. Ability to detect and reconcile discrepancies. MS Office suite. Sketch-up preferred, but not required. Possession of a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate a motor vehicle. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. The employee is required to stand, sit, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, or kneel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to wear PPE such as work boots, hardhat, hearing protection and safety glasses. WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee, on occasion, will be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor. Wells in an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. INDPROFF

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