Assistant Project Manager

19h19 hours ago

McShane Construction Company

Madison, US · Full-time · $75,000 – $95,000

About this role

As Assistant Project Manager at McShane Construction Company, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality multi-family, industrial, or commercial construction projects. You will build skills to eventually lead projects as Project Manager through the entire project lifecycle.

You will learn industry best practices for ensuring safety, timeliness, and adherence to budgets and quality standards. The role involves supporting preconstruction activities, project controls, schedule management, quality oversight, and safety enforcement on active sites.

McShane Construction, established in 1984, is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family, industrial, commercial, and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business, the company maintains headquarters in Rosemont, IL, with a regional office in Madison, WI.

This full-time, in-person position is split between the local office and assigned jobsite. It offers the opportunity to grow within a collaborative environment committed to integrity, innovation, and project excellence across nationwide operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in construction management.
Knowledge of project controls and construction methods, building codes, and safety regulations.
Ability to use or learn construction management software including CMiC, Bluebeam, Salus, PlanGrid, MS Project, and Primavera P6.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication skills to engage with clients, design consultants, and trade partners.
Ability to research problems and recommend solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with and learn to review proposals, bid analysis, constructability reviews, and preliminary project schedules.
Assist with analyzing and managing owner contracts, ensuring compliance with claim provisions.
Prepare purchase orders, subcontracts, and risk mitigation plans during buyout phases.
Administer project control documents to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Develop or assist with the preparation of project schedules and updates.
Advocate for project excellence by assisting with the implementation of quality standards.
Champion a culture of safety by enforcing the company’s Safety Program and conducting job site safety audits.