Assistant Project Manager - Construction
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
Full-Time | On-site
Salary: | $70,000 - $80,000 Annually |
Reports To: | Project Manager |
Project Value: | $500K to $20M+ |
Software: | Procore, MS Project / Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Sage / QuickBooks |
Travel: | Regular site visits required |
Position Summary
We are looking for a motivated Assistant Project Manager to support our Project Manager across active commercial and residential construction projects. This role is ideal for a construction professional ready to grow into full PM ownership, with hands-on exposure to scheduling, subcontractor coordination, budgeting, and field operations. You will work directly alongside the PM and be expected to take increasing ownership over time.
Key Responsibilities
Project Support & Pre-Construction
• Assist the PM with pre-construction planning, scope review, budget tracking, and schedule development
• Help coordinate submittals, RFIs, and drawing logs; maintain organized project files and documentation
Scheduling
• Support maintenance of project schedules; prepare and distribute 2-week and 4-week look-aheads for field teams
• Monitor daily and weekly progress against the schedule; flag delays and assist with recovery planning
Subcontractor Coordination
• Assist with subcontractor communications, RFP issuance, bid leveling, and onboarding logistics
• Track sub performance on schedule, quality, and safety; escalate issues to the PM as needed
Budget & Cost Tracking
• Support budget tracking, cost coding, and invoice review; assist with change order documentation
• Help compile cost-to-complete reports and flag potential overruns to the PM early
Field & Meeting Support
• Attend site visits, OAC meetings, and subcontractor coordination meetings; take and distribute meeting minutes
• Serve as a point of contact for field teams on day-to-day questions, escalating decisions to the PM
Project Closeout
• Assist with punch list tracking, inspection scheduling, and owner training coordination
• Help compile closeout documentation including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranty packages
Qualifications
Required • 2-5+ years of experience in commercial and/or residential construction • Familiarity with construction scheduling software (MS Project, P6, or equivalent) • Experience with Procore or a similar construction management platform • Working knowledge of construction drawings, specs, and contract documents • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail • Effective written and verbal communication skills |
Preferred
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• PMP or CCM certification (or actively pursuing)
• Experience with mixed-use, multifamily, or light commercial projects
• OSHA 30-Hour certification
Compensation & Benefits
• Base salary $70,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience • Performance-based bonus’ • Health, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) • Paid time off and holidays |