Project Assistant - Michels Construction, Inc.

Michels Corporation· Skokie, IL· greenhouse· birt 16.07.2026

If you like variety and challenge and take satisfaction from knowing your work supports modern construction, consider joining the Michels Construction, Inc., Our business spans across North America and, we approach each project with a desire to deliver the safe, high-quality, cost-effective work with minimal inconveniences to users. The heavy civil industry is broad, and so are our services. Our projects include Wharfs and ports, Dams, water resiliency, wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, bridges, railways, and more. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Construction, Inc. can change yours.

As a Project Assistant, your key responsibilities will be to support project management and operations teams through administrative and reporting functions, coordinate and maintain project systems and documentation, and provide exceptional customer service while contributing to a strong safety and quality culture.

Why Michels Construction, Inc.?

We support dynamic and growing industries

We are family owned and operated

We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year

We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities

We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines

You relish new challenges and evolving technology

You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates

You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated

You are a result driven individual who is self-motivated

What it takes?

3-5 years of related administrative experience within construction

Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency is Microsoft Office Suite

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Specialized skills

Ability to work 100% onsite

This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Expected Salary Range $23 — $28.50 USD

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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