Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Position Summary:
Landmark Builders is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of commercial construction projects across our markets. This role is responsible for assisting in overall project safety and quality, and maintaining strong client and subcontractor relationships. The ideal candidate possesses industry knowledge, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to profitability, growing Landmark Builders through excellence in project execution. 

 

Key Responsibilities
Pre-Construction

• Attend owner interviews and gain thorough knowledge of project expectations, site conditions, and specific challenges.
• Review contract documents prior to internal pre-construction meetings; identify discrepancies, missing details, and conflicts.
• Assist the Project Manager in preparing the project schedule.

 

Core Project Management

• Assist in negotiating and preparing purchase orders and subcontract agreements.
• Assist in scheduling manpower for assigned projects.
• Maintain open lines of communication with field staff, senior management, owners, architects, and subcontractors; keep all parties informed of changes.
• Maintain Landmark Builders' standard paper and electronic filing systems, ensuring project documents are complete, current, and properly stored.
• Review all submittals and product data for contract compliance; maintain accurate submittal log records using available electronic systems.
• Generate and process RFIs as required and maintain an activity log.
• Review equipment needs with the project superintendent on a monthly basis.
• Monitor actual material deliveries against estimated quantities and assist with material procurement and quantity take-offs.
• Assist with preparation of the construction schedule and updates (at minimum monthly), detailed two-week look-ahead schedules, and weekly meeting minutes.
• Attend pre-installation meetings, weekly on-site job progress meetings, bi-weekly project manager meetings, and all owner/architect meetings as necessary.
• Assist the project superintendent in maintaining quality control and upholding Landmark Builders' on-site safety policies.
• Conduct completion list and punch list inspections before and after owner/architect walkthroughs to ensure contract compliance.
• Assist with preparation of Record Set drawings and Operations & Maintenance Manuals for project owners upon completion.
• Identify business development and sales opportunities as they relate to specific projects.

 

Project Closeout

• Assist the Project Manager in preparing internal completion lists and owner punch lists.
• Coordinate and obtain all final inspections.
• Manage subcontractors through punch list completion.
• Ensure all required documentation is turned over to the Project Manager.

 

Financial Management

• Assist in minimizing project exposure and risk.
• Review monthly forecast models with the Project Manager to understand project financial status.
• Develop understanding of revenue models, P&L, and cost-to-completion projections.

 

Qualifications
Experience & Technical Knowledge

• Experience in commercial construction project management or a related role preferred.
• Familiarity with subcontract agreements, purchase orders, RFI processes, and submittal management.
• Proficiency with construction management software and electronic document management systems.
• Working knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control, and quality management practices.
• Understanding of safety standards and on-site compliance requirements.

 

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a construction team.
• Effective communicator with the ability to convey difficult or sensitive information tactfully.
• Commitment to professional growth and a desire to contribute to the profitable growth of Landmark Builders.
• High ethical standards, honesty, and integrity in all professional conduct.
• Ability to manage client expectations and maintain positive relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Awareness of emerging technologies and their potential application in the construction industry.

 

About Landmark Builders
Founded in 1975, Landmark Builders is a full-service commercial construction company headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC, with offices in Charlotte, NC and Columbia, SC. We offer general construction, design/build, construction management, and upfit/renovation services throughout the Carolinas, Georgia, and Virginia. Our primary markets include industrial, distribution, office, retail, private schools, healthcare, hospitality, and senior living construction. We are committed to delivering quality, reliability, and integrity on every project – and to building careers that last.

 

Why People Build Their Careers at Landmark

• Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Share in the long-term success of the company
• Competitive Compensation Package rewarding strong results
• Career Growth Opportunities in a company committed to developing talent
• Industry-Leading Safety Culture that prioritizes every employee
• 401(k) with Company Match to support your long-term financial goals
• Comprehensive Health Benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Paid Holidays and PTO to support work-life balance

Landmark Builders is proud to be an employee-owned company (ESOP), where every team member shares in the success we build together. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.