Assistant Project Manager

Ready to take your construction experience to the next level? Earn up to $70,000 as an Assistant Project Manager! Work alongside experienced Project Managers to coordinate and execute construction projects from start to finish while building the skills to lead your own. Join a respected, family-owned company where your organization, initiative, and ambition can help you grow into a project management leadership role. Kaempf & Harris, part of a family-owned commercial construction firm, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Frederick, MD. If you have 1+ years of experience in construction or a related field, including experience supporting projects, we want to hear from you! Project coordination or project management support experience is a plus! Why Assistant Project Managers join the Kaempf & Harris team: Competitive Pay: Earn $50,000–$70,000 per year, based on experience. Benefits That Take Care of You: Protect your health and plan for your future with medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k), and life insurance with long-term care. Enjoy time to rest and recharge with paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Care That Fits Your Life: Enjoy the convenience of an onsite clinic and nurse available 24/7 for employees enrolled in the medical plan, making it easier to get care when you need it. A Team That Encourages Ambition: Bring your initiative and drive to a workplace that encourages professional growth and supports your progress toward a leadership role. Invest in Your Future: Grow your skills with company-funded apprenticeship programs and out-of-state training alongside experienced industry professionals. Kaempf & Harris supports employees who want to learn, advance, and build a lasting career. Family-Owned Stability: Join a fourth-generation family company with 88 years of experience and an established reputation in the Frederick community. Local Projects: Support projects within a 40-mile radius, avoiding the challenges of job sites in Baltimore or Washington, D.C. Duties and Responsibilities: Assist Project Managers with planning, scheduling, and coordinating project activities to meet deadlines. Support the preparation, submission, and tracking of budget estimates and project costs. Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to help resolve project issues. Track project progress and prepare reports for Project Managers and clients. Review and interpret engineering, architectural, and construction drawings. Monitor work for adherence to quality standards, specifications, and safety codes. Participate in contract documentation, revisions, and compliance tracking. Help coordinate responses to delays, weather impacts, or on-site emergencies. Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Maintain accurate project files, documentation, and records. Build and maintain strong working relationships with owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespeople, and craft workers. Ability to read and understand engineering, architectural, and construction drawings. Strong verbal and written communication skills with a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented approach, strong follow-through, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Perform additional duties as needed to support project goals. About the Company: For more than 70 years, Kaempf & Harris has provided exceptional craftsmanship and service to the area’s most respected and well‑known mechanical companies, general contractors, corporations and institutions. They fabricate more than 500 tons of metal every year, including aluminum, custom stainless steel, galvanized steel and black iron steel. They deliver precise, high‑quality products from smaller, custom design solutions to the most complex design‑build and spec industrial, commercial and institutional sheet metal projects. They aren’t finished until they’ve provided great value through care and outstanding craftsmanship. High quality products are delivered on time so your project can stay on track. That’s Kaempf & Harris’ promise to you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kaempf & Harris