Assistant Project Manager/Project Assistant
About The Position
A growing design-build construction firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager/Project Assistant to support commercial, industrial, retail, and office construction projects from pre-construction through close-out. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone early in their construction project management career who wants exposure to the full lifecycle of design-build projects while working closely with experienced leadership. This position is open due to internal growth and promotion, offering strong long-term development potential within a collaborative, tight-knit team. As an APM / Project Assistant, you’ll support day-to-day project execution and coordination, working closely with project managers, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams. Responsibilities include:
Requirements
- 2–3 years of experience in a similar role within the construction industry
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset
Nice To Haves
- Experience with estimating or takeoff software
- Exposure to AutoCAD or construction drawings
- Familiarity with design-build environments
Responsibilities
- Collaborating with architects, engineers, and project partners to help define scope, requirements, and execution plans
- Assisting with subcontractor and vendor coordination, including pricing reviews and support with negotiations
- Coordinating permits, licenses, inspections, and required approvals
- Creating, reviewing, and tracking shop drawings and submittals
- Supporting manpower, equipment, and material planning to keep projects on schedule and within budget
- Helping schedule construction activities and track timelines from start to finish
- Ordering materials and equipment and monitoring deliveries to prevent delays
- Providing on-site support to field crews and assisting with daily jobsite coordination
- Tracking project progress and preparing updates and documentation
- Supporting safety compliance and addressing issues as they arise
- Assisting with overall construction oversight, coordination, and close-out activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
