Assistant Project Manager- Permitting

Assistant Project Manager – Permitting
Chicago, IL | Onsite | Hybrid

Build Your Career While We Build the Future
 

At Milrose Consultants Company, LLC, we don’t just navigate permits, we accelerate possibilities. Join a national team with over 30 years of experience shaping skylines by streamlining building code compliance, zoning, and permitting. 

About Us
At Milrose, we build more than buildings—we build trust, expertise, and lasting partnerships. As leaders in municipal permitting and code consulting, we empower our clients to bring their projects to life through expert guidance, advocacy, and execution. 

Position Overview
We’re looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our Permitting team. In this role, you’ll support Project Managers in delivering seamless permitting solutions across a variety of commercial construction projects. You’ll play a key role in keeping projects on track, communicating with municipal agencies, and maintaining momentum from start to finish. 

What You’ll Do 

• Assist in the preparation and submission of permit packages
• Perform due diligence, create permit checklists, and update project tracking tools
• Act as a liaison with city departments and monitor project statuses
• Maintain documentation including meeting minutes and permit logs
• Support project progress through scheduling, quality control, and follow-ups
• Serve as backup to Project Managers when needed

What You’ll Bring 

Required: 

• Minimum 1 year of experience in construction administration or project coordination
• Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Familiarity with permit submittals, building/zoning codes, and reading construction drawings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred: 

• Experience working with municipal agencies and permitting portals
• Knowledge of jurisdictional processes

Work Environment & Schedule 

• This position is based in Chicago, IL, and is hybrid.
• Standard schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional overtime.
• Minimal travel .

Compensation & Benefits 

• Salary range: $55,000 – $60,000 annually, based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Pre- and post-tax commuter benefits
• Monthly phone stipend
• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and birthday PTO

• Career development opportunities

Milrose Consultants, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category. 

Milrose Consultants, LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@milrose.com. 

Notice to third-party agencies:
Please do not contact our team directly. All recruitment is managed by Milrose’s in-house Talent Acquisition team.