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Mechanical Assistant Project Manager in Chicago

Date Posted: 19 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Chicago, IL | Full Time, Permanent | $65,000 to $90,000

About the Company

gpac partners with well established commercial mechanical contractors in the Chicago market performing HVAC, plumbing and piping work on commercial and industrial projects.

About the Role

The Assistant Project Manager supports commercial mechanical projects through estimating, preconstruction, execution and closeout, working alongside a Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, change orders and transmittals

• Help build and maintain project schedules and track procurement

• Track project costs for labor, materials and subcontractors

• Support billing and project documentation

• Coordinate with field leadership, subcontractors and customers

Required

• 2+ years in commercial construction as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager or similar

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel

• Strong organization and communication skills

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field

• Experience with a mechanical contractor

• Procore or similar project software

Compensation and Benefits

• $65,000 to $90,000, based on experience

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and retirement

Why Join

• A path toward Project Manager

• Access to several Chicago mechanical contractors through one conversation

To confidentially express your interest, send your resume to anna.boyd@gogpac.com for more information on this or any other positions you may be interested in.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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