Assistant Construction Manager

Stantec • North Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Assistant Construction Manager supports the management and coordination of construction activities in a fast-paced professional design and delivery environment. Working alongside construction and project management professionals, this role assists with field coordination, project documentation, schedule tracking, quality, safety, and construction administration while developing construction management experience. The position involves working in both field and office environments and coordinating with contractors, design professionals, clients, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 0–1 years of related construction, engineering, or project coordination experience.
• Basic understanding of construction principles, methods, and terminology.
• Ability to communicate professionally with contractors, project team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to identify issues, ask questions, and seek guidance when needed.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in both field and office environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Familiarity with scheduling principles or construction management software.
• Previous internship, co-op, field, or construction experience.
• OSHA or other applicable safety training or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily onsite construction activities and coordinate with contractors, design professionals, clients, and other project stakeholders.
• Support the development and tracking of project schedules and help identify and report potential schedule impacts or deviations.
• Assist in identifying deviations from contract documents, drawings, specifications, and applicable requirements, and communicate them to the project team.
• Help schedule and coordinate project reviews, site visits, and inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of construction activities, including work completed, inspections, photographs, and field documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and assist with preparing updates on construction progress, issues, and concerns.
• Support monitoring construction activities for adherence to project schedule, quality, and contract requirements.
• Assist with reviewing and tracking plans, specifications, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, construction schedules, and other project documentation.
• Support project closeout activities and preparation of final project documentation.
• Maintain organized project files, including correspondence, reports, photographs, and other construction-related information.
• Participate in implementing safety procedures and promote a safe workplace.
• Work with Construction Managers and other project team members to develop knowledge of construction management processes and industry practices.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level