Assistant Project Manager - Mission Critical

• Build your career with impactful projects.
• Join a team that values growth and collaboration.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial construction projects across the United States. With a commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction, they provide employees with opportunities to gain valuable project experience while building long-term careers in the construction industry.

Job Description

• Support Project Managers with the planning, coordination, and execution of assigned projects
• Manage day-to-day project activities under the direction of the Project Manager
• Prepare and assist with invoices, estimates, meeting coordination, and project documentation
• Track project progress and communicate updates to project stakeholders
• Assist in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly project status reports
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of project budgets and cost estimates
• Solicit bids and proposals from subcontractors and material suppliers
• Support subcontractor billing processes and help facilitate timely payment activities
• Assist with the preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of change orders
• Update project cost reports to reflect approved changes and budget revisions
• Work on-site as assigned and support field operations throughout the project lifecycle
• Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to coordinate field activities
• Communicate project delays, challenges, and risks to project leadership
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Assist with project startup activities and closeout documentation
• Perform additional duties as assigned

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.


The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Project Manager - Mission Critical should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in the commercial construction industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with a high degree of professionalism, accountability, and integrity
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external partners
• Comfortable working in an active field construction environment, including walking on uneven terrain
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when project demands require
• Ability to potentially travel extensively and work on projects nationwide

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $91,400 to $112,300 USD annually.
• Comprehensive healthcare fully covered for the employee.
• Truck allowance and gas card provided.
• Access to a competitive bonus structure and 401K plan.
• Per diem provided when traveling for work.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your project management career with a respected commercial construction contractor and are excited about support high-profile projects, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this Assistant Project Manager opportunity!

Contact

Paige Woods

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