Assistant Project Manager

About the role

Tri-City Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for an opening in DeKalb, IL. The Assistant Project Manager plays a key role in keeping projects organized, maintaining accurate information, and supporting execution from pre-construction through closeout. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and reference check.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with documentation, submittals, and scope tracking
• Assist with gathering quotes, takeoffs, and responding to RFIs/RFQs
• Review quotes for scope gaps, pricing changes, and completeness
• Maintain current drawings, specifications, and project documentation across platforms
• Assist with shop drawings and submittal coordination
• Track subcontractors, equipment, and quoted items
• Support weekly reporting (labor, schedule progress, milestones, delivery updates)
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and subcontractors
• Assist with project closeout, including warranties, O&M manuals, and as-builts
• Help coordinate vendor start-up, site access, and owner training

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of construction or project coordination experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with construction documents, submittals, and project workflows
• Experience with tools such as Procore & Bluebeam (preferred)
• Strong organizational and document management skills

Skills

Candidates must possess strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This includes effective communication, a proactive approach to follow-up, and the ability to collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to keep projects moving forward.