Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Build Your Career While You Build the Future

At FCL, we don’t just manage projects—we deliver excellence from the ground up. As an Assistant Project Manager , you’ll partner with experienced leaders and play a hands-on role in delivering complex, high-impact projects across the country. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love collaborating with top-tier teams, and are ready to level up your construction career, this is your opportunity.

Why Join FCL Builders?

• Make Your Mark: Be an integral part of projects that shape communities and serve clients across the nation.
• Employee Ownership: As part of our ESOP program, your success drives our shared success.
• Career Growth: Assistant Project Managers are on a clear path to become Project Managers—and beyond.
• Culture That Cares: We’re big on mentorship, professional development, and having each other’s backs.
• Certified Great Place to Work: We’re proud to be recognized for the culture we’ve built—and continue to build—together.

What You’ll Do:

Project & Construction Management

• Assist the Project Manager throughout the entire project lifecycle, from pre-con to closeout.
• Help manage day-to-day construction operations on commercial and industrial projects.
• Support scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and permitting.
• Review plans, specs, and shop drawings for compliance and constructability.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings and weekly project updates.
• Ensure timely ordering, tracking, and delivery of materials.
• Help oversee contract execution, change orders, RFIs, and document management.
• Keep project documentation up to date using FCL’s construction management software.

Planning, Scheduling & Profitability

• Support budget tracking, cost forecasting, and change management.
• Assist with subcontractor scope development and bid solicitation.
• Work closely with estimating staff to support project budgeting and procurement.
• Maintain updated logs for submittals, RFIs, and potential/approved change orders (PCOs/ACOs).
• Participate in monthly project reviews to support healthy cash flow and timely pay apps.
  • Coordinate with accounting and project teams to ensure accurate billing and reporting.

Field Operations & Coordination

• Perform regular site visits to monitor quality, progress, and safety compliance.
• Help prepare and manage project schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Participate in owner and subcontractor meetings; document and track action items.
• Support punch list development, closeout packages, and O&M manual submissions.
• Partner with Superintendents and Project Engineers to keep projects running smoothly.

Collaboration & Relationship Building

• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Maintain strong professional relationships grounded in transparency and trust.
• Anticipate challenges and help drive solutions proactively.
• Represent FCL with professionalism, ethics, and a commitment to excellence.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of experience in commercial/industrial construction preferred.
• OSHA 30 and SWPPP training (or in progress).
• Strong understanding of building codes, safety standards, and construction best practices.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and scheduling tools (MS Project); CMiC or Viewpoint a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specs, and contract documents.
• A proactive, team-first mindset and a drive to grow.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Ongoing career development, mentorship, and training.
• A supportive, inclusive culture where people come first.

Ready to build your future with FCL?
Apply today and let’s build something great—together.

FCL Builders is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected status. FCL Builders does not sponsor applicants for work visas.  

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