- Location
- USA_IL_Rosemont_10275 W HIggins Road, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Management
- Seniority
- Entry
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
The Associate Project Manager supports facilities and construction projects across multiple retail locations. This role coordinates vendors, work orders, schedules, documentation, reporting, and stakeholder communication while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have at least five years of relevant project management experience, strong Excel and problem-solving skills, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER
Facilities & Construction | Multi‑Site Retail
Summary
Detail‑oriented Associate Project Manager with 5+ years of experience supporting facilities and construction projects in multi‑site retail environments. Proven ability to manage high volumes of work orders, coordinate cross‑functional teams and trades, and maintain accurate project documentation while meeting aggressive timelines. Known for strong communication, analytical skills, and proactive problem solving in fast‑paced settings.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support Program and Senior Project Managers in evaluating new project requests, performing due diligence to confirm scope, requirements, and readiness for execution.
- Coordinate with Store Teams to obtain missing or unclear information, ensuring projects meet standard requirements prior to approval.
- Manage day‑to‑day project administration, including uploading documentation, issuing work orders (WO) and purchase order (PO) requests, updating schedules, notes, and status fields within ServiceChannel.
- Communicate project schedules, milestones, and work updates to Store Teams, internal stakeholders, and vendors to ensure alignment and timely execution.
- Solicit and coordinate bid requests from approved vendors for standard facility improvement projects, including countertop replacements and small-area carpet or flooring replacements, ensuring scope alignment, cost competitiveness, and timely project execution.
- Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are consistently met while adapting to changing business needs and priorities.
- Produce weekly internal systems reports and distribute
- updates to cross‑functional teams and leadership.
- Created custom Excel reports and pivot tables to analyze project data and track performance metrics as requested by management.
- Maintain accurate and organized project documentation to support clear communication with customers and internal teams.
- Conduct follow‑ups on pending proposals, scope confirmations, feedback, and approvals to prevent project delays.
- Update and maintain tracking logs for projects in progress, ensuring visibility to timelines, risks, and completion status.
- Assist in managing multiple concurrent projects, supporting on time delivery while balancing shifting priorities.
- Participate in team meetings, contributing ideas to improve processes, efficiencies, and overall project execution.
- Collaborate closely with supervisors and internal teams to identify the correct execution pathway and escalate issues when additional support was needed.
- Demonstrate a commitment to a positive team culture through collaboration, accountability, and adaptability.
COMMUNICATION
- Provide clear and concise written communication
- Facilitate communication among project stakeholders, providing regular updates and progress reports
- Read, analyze, and interpret documents
- Respond effectively to sensitive inquiries
- Verbally communicate effectively with clients/customers
- Share expertise, best practices, and lessons learned clearly to foster learning and promote knowledge
- Escalate appropriately when there are questions or escalated issues
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Facilities & Construction Project Support and Project Management
- Multi‑Site Retail Operations
- Work Order & PO Management
- Vendor & Trade Coordination
- Excel Reporting & Pivot Tables
- Schedule & Documentation Control
- Stakeholder & Store Team Communication
- Issue Identification & Escalation
- Process Improvement & Efficiency
- Ability to review and interpret floor plans
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Project Management in FACILITIES and/or CONSTRUCTION
- Experience in multi-site retail projects preferred
- Ability to work multiple projects at the same time
- General business background with working knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of project management
- Strong analytical/problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and time management skills to be able to manage a fast-paced and constantly changing work environment
EDUCATION
- BS or BA Degree, or similar experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Pay Range:
50,400.00 - 75,600.00We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.