Assistant jobs in Cook

We are seeking a highly organized, discreet, and proactive Personal Assistant to support the Chicago Branch within a fast-paced international firm. The ideal candidate will manage complex schedules, coordinate international communications, and handle confidential information with professionalism and accuracy across multiple time zones and cultures.

Our client offers a complete range of construction services for mid-rise multifamily, mixed use, commercial, healthcare, public and education projects. They have a proven track record in the construction industry and have become one of the top integrated developers/general contractors in the Chicago-land area.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the execution of transmission (69-500+ kV), substation (12-500 kV), and distribution (4-35 kV) projects across both brownfield upgrades and greenfield developments. Working alongside senior PMs, engineers, construction managers, and utility stakeholders, you will help drive project coordination, reporting, documentation, and schedule/cost support throughout the project life cycle.

Our client is a is a rapidly growing General Contractor that has been around for over 20 years and based in
Downtown Chicago. The team is looking to bring on a strong Construction Accounting Manager to their growing organization as they continue their plans to grow 300% over the next five years. With a flexible work model and benefits that provide trust in their employees, the team prioritizes career development and success for their employees.

Our client is looking for a progressive and experienced Assistant Controller to join their growing accounting department. In this role, you will be managing a team of three and overseeing all WIP reporting, job costing, month end close, AP/AR and reporting into the Controller and CFO. This role will provide you with the opportunity to lead a team in a successful organization

Assist in managing public-sector builds from preconstruction through closeout, working with seasoned PMs and cross-functional teams.

Work for a company that values their employees and is valued within their community. This General Contractor is looking for an assistant project manager to work alongside some of the most well-known Project Managers in the Chicagoland area. They offer a world class mentorship program and room for growth. Apply today if this sounds like something you are interested in!!

The Construction Management Specialist will work closely with all project team members and closely supervise all contractor and sub-contractor trade employees. Our Construction Managers must be highly organized, communicate effectively, work well with a team, and help ensure timely completion of projects in fast-paced environments.

The Assistant Project Manager will support the successful execution of education construction projects, working closely with Project Managers and Superintendents to keep projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with school district requirements. This role is ideal for someone looking to build experience managing projects in active campus environments and progress toward a Project Manager position.

Work for a company that values their employees and is valued within their community. This General Contractor is looking for an assistant project manager to work alongside some of the most well-known Project Managers in the Chicagoland area. They offer a world class mentorship program and room for growth. Apply today if this sounds like something you are interested in!!

The Assistant Project Manager will play a critical role in supporting the execution of light industrial construction projects, partnering closely with superintendents, subcontractors, and clients to drive schedule adherence, cost control, and quality standards. This position is ideal for someone looking to deepen their experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or flex-space developments while progressing toward full Project Management responsibility.

The Assistant Project Manager will support the successful execution of education construction projects, working closely with Project Managers and Superintendents to keep projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with school district requirements. This role is ideal for someone looking to build experience managing projects in active campus environments and progress toward a Project Manager position.

Work for a company that values their employees and is valued within their community. This General Contractor is looking for an assistant project manager to work alongside some of the most well-known Project Managers in the Chicagoland area. They offer a world class mentorship program and room for growth. Apply today if this sounds like something you are interested in!!

I'm currently partnered with a professional design and engineering firm offering multi-discipline support services across a wide range of infrastructure projects. Following a period of growth and integration through acquisitions, the organization is now looking to add a Assistant Controller to their team in downtown Chicago.

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, the Controller will oversee core accounting operations, including general ledger, project/job cost accounting, and financial reporting, while providing leadership to the accounting and project finance teams. This role also supports audit readiness, drives process improvements, and partners closely with operations to deliver meaningful financial insights that support decision-making.

Our client is a premier general contractor that focuses in light industrial, automotive, data centers, warehouses and tenant interior projects located in the Chicagoland area. They are looking for an Assistant Project Manager that wants a long term career path and work with a collaborative & culture-oriented company.

I'm currently partnered with a professional design and engineering firm offering multi-discipline support services across a wide range of infrastructure projects. Following a period of growth and integration through acquisitions, the organization is now looking to add a Assistant Controller to their team in downtown Chicago.

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, the Controller will oversee core accounting operations, including general ledger, project/job cost accounting, and financial reporting, while providing leadership to the accounting and project finance teams. This role also supports audit readiness, drives process improvements, and partners closely with operations to deliver meaningful financial insights that support decision-making.

Our client is a premier general contractor that focuses in light industrial, automotive, data centers, warehouses and tenant interior projects located in the Chicagoland area. They are looking for an Assistant Project Manager that wants a long term career path and work with a collaborative & culture-oriented company

My client is an established general contractor/developer located in downtown Chicago. They are looking for an Assistant Project Manager that has experience managing luxury commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, and mid/high rise projects.

Our client is a premier general contractor that focuses in light industrial, automotive, data centers, warehouses and tenant interior projects located in the Chicagoland area. They are looking for an Assistant Project Manager that wants a long term career path and work with a collaborative & culture-oriented company.

The Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of ground-up and renovation projects for public entities, including schools, fire stations, and civic buildings ranging from $5M-$40M. These projects require strong documentation, coordination, and communication skills, as well as an understanding of working within public-sector processes and stakeholder environments.

An Assistant Project Manager role with one of the top GCs in the Chicagoland area that focuses on light industrial builds. This specialized team allows for professional development in a great company culture. Training provided for a motivated individual willing to work on fast-paced construction projects while working with a driven and inclusive team.

The Assistant Project Manager will support the successful delivery of light industrial construction projects, gaining hands-on experience across all phases of ground-up warehouse and distribution builds. This role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in fast-paced, schedule-driven environments typical of industrial construction.

Our client is looking for a progressive and experienced Assistant Controller to join their growing accounting department. In this role, you will be managing a team of three and overseeing all WIP reporting, job costing, month end close, AP/AR and reporting into the Controller and CFO. This role will provide you with the opportunity to lead a team in a successful organization

Work for a company that values their employees and is valued within their community. This General Contractor is looking for an assistant project manager to work alongside some of the most well-known Project Managers in the Chicagoland area. They offer a world class mentorship program and room for growth. Apply today if this sounds like something you are interested in!!

I'm partnered with a Fortune 200 global multi-billion dollar manufacturing company near Matteson, IL as they are looking to bring on a Staff Accountant to join their growing team. Reporting directly into the Assistant Controller with tons of communication and support to the Controller, you will assist with the month-end close processes, fixed assets capitalization, and more. They are wanting to offer tons of mentorship and training to this individual as you will have a fast career progression to move up within their organization.

I'm partnered with a Fortune 200 global multi-billion dollar manufacturing company near Orland Park, IL. One of their business units is a leading supplier in their niche and are actively searching to identify a new Commercial Financial Analyst to join their growing team.

Reporting directly into the Assistant Controller with tons of communication and support from the Accounting & Finance team, you will be partnering with the Sales and Engineering teams to provide financial support. They are wanting to offer tons of mentorship and training to this individual as you will have a fast career progression to move up within their organization.

I'm partnered with a Fortune 200 global multi-billion dollar manufacturing company near Matteson, IL as they are looking to bring on a Staff Accountant to join their growing team. Reporting directly into the Assistant Controller with tons of communication and support to the Controller, you will assist with the month-end close processes, fixed assets capitalization, and more. They are wanting to offer tons of mentorship and training to this individual as you will have a fast career progression to move up within their organization.