Assistant Project Manager

About the Role As an Assistant Project Manager (APM), you’ll be at the center of the construction process—supporting projects from the earliest pre‑site inspections through final completion and certification. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to every phase of installation, developing a strong understanding of construction systems and field operations while helping keep projects on track. Acting as a key liaison between customers and subcontractor partners, you’ll help coordinate schedules, align resources, and resolve challenges before they become obstacles. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys balancing technical knowledge with communication and problem‑solving, and who wants to play an active role in delivering high‑quality projects on time. General Summary of Position The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible for assisting with all aspects of construction from scheduling to the pre‑site inspection to receipt of the Certificate of Completion/Certificate of Occupancy. The APM must be knowledgeable in all phases of the installation and operation of all equipment and systems. The APM is the liaison between the customer and the subcontractors and helps to coordinate all subcontractor activities to complete each phase of construction. Sets schedule/construction timeline on all jobs. Resolves any conflicts in scheduling; corrects any miscommunications and maintains relationships with contractors to ensure production can move forward. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Support project planning and pre‑construction activities , including assisting Project Managers, Design Consultants, and Sales Managers with inspections, site visits, canvas reports, and pre‑site evaluations to identify and resolve site concerns prior to contract execution Oversee all phases of the installation and construction process , documenting progress with digital photos, ensuring completion of required inspections, and meeting regularly with the Construction Manager to review project status and resolve outstanding issues Coordinate scheduling and workflow by communicating effectively with the Scheduling Team and subcontractors, defining construction schedules, and maintaining strong working relationships to promote quality, safety, and scheduling efficiency Serve as the primary customer point of contact , communicating via phone and email regarding project status, scheduling, and questions; maintaining same‑day responses; building strong customer relationships; and acting as a professional representative of A&S Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards , including adherence to the A&S Safety Program and proper use of required safety equipment on all jobsites Manage project documentation and records , producing and maintaining accurate construction files such as permits, contract addenda, revised plans, incident reports, material selections, job files, and in‑office tracking spreadsheets Support project financial and administrative needs , including ensuring payment schedules are maintained, collecting customer payments when necessary to advance construction phases, and performing other duties and special projects as assigned Other duties as assigned Performance KPIs and Job Expectations Complete a minimum of 25 job sites per week, with detailed canvas reports for each visit Maintain a CSS score average of 70, actively involved with turnarounds as needed Be in the field and available from Monday to Friday starting at 7:30 am, ending the day no earlier than 4:30 pm. Project managers may need to work on Saturdays, depending on the season. Exceptions to this schedule must be approved in advance by the Construction Manager 100% compliance on mandatory inspections Maintain a driver score of 94 % from the Fleet Management System Maintains regular communication with each customer and responds to all customer communications within 24 hours during business hours Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Education Bachelor’s degree preferred Licenses/Certifications Years of Experience 1‑3 Years experience with construction, swimming pool, or residential industry’s preferred Required Skills & Abilities Exceptional customer service/ communication skills with ability to overcome objections Demonstrated time management, organizational, and problem‑solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/ iPad Travel Requirements 75 % – 90 % within territory Other Requirements Strong work ethic with ability to work long hours in the busy season Ability to make decisions relative to scheduling Physical Requirements Ability to work in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds required; often greater than 30 pounds Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl Ability to wear required PPE (e.g., hard hats, safety boots, gloves) Ability to communicate promptly and clearly via phone and computer Ability to drive or travel between job sites as needed Position duties and expectations change over time. This job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive, exclusive or exhaustive list of the job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the Company. If there is ever a time that you are unsure what is expected of you, you are expected to meet with your manager and ask questions. If you are unsure how to perform a certain task, ask your manager before performing. #J-18808-Ljbffr