Assistant Project Manager - Hospitality Construction

apartmentMichael Page placeWestmont calendar_month 

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established General Contractor with a strong backlog of hospitality and commercial projects across the Chicagoland market. Known for delivering high-quality builds and maintaining long-term client relationships, the firm specializes in hotels, restaurants, and mixed-use developments.

With a reputation as a top builder in the region, they offer a collaborative environment and consistent project pipeline that supports long-term career growth.

Job Description

Our Assistant Project Manager will:

  • Assist in managing hospitality construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Support subcontractor buyout, scope review, and contract administration
  • Manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and project documentation
  • Coordinate with Superintendents and subcontractors to maintain project schedules and site productivity
  • Assist with budget tracking, cost reporting, forecasting, and change order management
  • Help coordinate materials, deliveries, and logistics for fast-paced hospitality builds
  • Maintain organized project logs and ensure timely communication across all stakeholders
  • Support problem-solving efforts to keep projects aligned with schedule, quality, and brand standards
  • Assist in maintaining compliance with safety requirements and job site protocols
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Assistant Project Manager will have:

  • 2-5 years of experience in commercial construction, preferably within hospitality or interiors projects
  • Understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and project documentation
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Effective communication skills and ability to coordinate across project teams and stakeholders
  • Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, or similar construction management tools
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

What's on Offer

We will provide our Assistant Project Manager with:

  • Base salary range of $90K-$110K depending on experience
  • Annual performance-based bonus
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (including dependent coverage)
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Vehicle allowance or travel support
  • Profit sharing opportunities
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Company phone and laptop provided
  • Strong training programs and clear advancement path into Project Manager roles
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with company-wide events
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