Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Ganem Construction LLC

Assistant Project Manager

Phoenix, AZ

About Us

Ganem Construction is a well-established and reputable general contracting company with a strong track record of delivering high-quality construction projects. With a commitment to excellence, we provide a range of construction services to clients across various industries.

Job Description

As an Assistant Project Manager at Ganem Construction, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and ready to grow within a strong general contracting environment.

You will work closely with Project Managers, Project Executives, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to help keep projects moving forward, organized, and aligned with schedule, budget, quality, and company expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day project coordination and administration.
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, documentation, and communication.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documents.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal team members.
• Track project progress and help identify potential schedule, scope, or cost issues.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, bid review, and scope coordination.
• Help prepare and maintain meeting minutes, project reports, logs, and documentation.
• Support change order management, including gathering pricing, documentation, and approvals.
• Assist with project billing, pay applications, cost tracking, and budget updates.
• Communicate professionally with clients, design teams, trade partners, and field teams.
• Work closely with Superintendents to support field coordination and issue resolution.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to company quality standards.
• Maintain organized project files and ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Support project closeout, including punch lists, warranties, as-builts, and final documentation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and workflows.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction project coordination, assistant project management, project engineering, or a related role.
• Commercial construction experience preferred.
• General contractor experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Strong ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and moving parts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, team-oriented, and willing to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively with office and field teams.

Core Competencies

• Organization and follow-through
• Strong communication skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage deadlines and shifting priorities
• Team collaboration
• Accountability and ownership
• Client and subcontractor coordination
• Desire to grow within commercial construction project management

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a motivated construction professional looking to grow your career with a leading general contractor, we want to hear from you.

Ganem Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.