Assistant Project Manager

Upchurch•Jackson, MS

14d

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of Building Management System (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS), and controls projects. Working with project managers, field teams, clients, and subcontractors, the APM helps keep schedules, procurement, costs, and documentation organized to support timely project delivery. The role is based in Frederick or Sterling and supports projects in Northern Virginia, with approximately 50% travel to project sites based on project needs. Work is performed in office settings and at project sites, which may include active construction environments with varying temperatures, noise, and dust. Site visits may require walking through project areas and using stairs to access work locations. The role requires use of computers and mobile devices to review project drawings, documents, and electronic records, compliance with site safety policies, and use of required personal protective equipment. Overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant experience in project coordination, project management support, or construction project administration.
Experience supporting schedules, submittals, RFIs, procurement, change orders, cost tracking, and project documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
Proficiency in Procore and Autodesk.
OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
Strong project coordination, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to read construction/electrical shop drawings and IFC.
Ability to travel approximately 50% to project sites as project needs require; overnight travel may be needed.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and follow through on deadlines and commitments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to coordinate effectively with field teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
Ability to identify project issues, gather relevant information, and communicate concerns to the project manager.

Nice To Haves

BMS/EPMS or building controls experience.
Experience with low-voltage, electrical, controls, or data center construction projects.

Responsibilities

Support project managers in coordinating BMS/EPMS and controls projects to maintain alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.
Maintain project schedules and track milestones, action items, and outstanding issues; communicate delays and follow up with responsible teams.
Prepare, organize, and track submittals and requests for information (RFIs) to support timely reviews, responses, and field execution.
Assist with procurement by tracking purchase orders, material availability, and deliveries; coordinate with vendors and field teams to support installation schedules.
Support change order preparation and tracking by gathering scope, pricing, and supporting documentation for project manager review.
Update cost tracking records and assist with reviewing project expenses and commitments to help identify budget concerns.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including correspondence, meeting minutes, drawings, logs, and closeout records.
Coordinate with field teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors to communicate project updates, resolve coordination issues, and follow through on commitments.
Participate in project meetings and site visits to review progress, document action items, and support project completion.
Follow site safety policies and use required personal protective equipment.