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 subcontractor performance on schedule, quality, and safety; elevate 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr