Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Atlantic Constructors•Fredericksburg, VA

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports field operations on commercial construction projects, ensuring field supervision has the materials, equipment, and information needed to complete the scope of work. Working as an extension of the Senior Project Manager and/or Project Manager, the APM helps achieve customer goals while protecting and promoting the interests of ACI and its subcontractors and suppliers in project-related matters. The role involves assisting with project documentation, procurement, scheduling, field coordination, client communications, meetings, safety follow-up, punch lists, and project closeout. The position works in a professional office environment and may require visits to or work from construction sites, as well as infrequent travel, typically not overnight.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Construction Engineering or a related field and 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; construction-environment experience is preferred.
Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Project, Excel, and Outlook, and PDF editing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe.
Ability to learn company-specific software as needed or required, such as Procore and Viewpoint.
Proven track record working with people, teams, and projects.
Ability to multitask, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, demonstrate attention to detail, and solve problems.
Must adhere to company policies and procedures.
Must be available to work assigned schedules.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with 3D modeling software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, or Navisworks.
Experience in electrical commercial construction.
Prior military experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Senior Project Manager or Project Manager with submitting and reviewing permits, proposals, submittals, contracts, and change orders.
Review specifications and drawings to prepare subcontractor scopes of work.
Understand contract documents and help identify scope gaps.
Prepare and distribute project RFIs and submittals, and maintain related logs.
Review vendor and supplier submittals for conformance to contract documents and track the submittal process in a timely manner.
Manage project-specific material and equipment purchases, including sourcing, vendor relations, ordering, delivery tracking, receiving, and invoice processing.
Assist the Project Manager with procurement and the buyout process.
Create and maintain internal project schedules and tracking reports.
Support field operations by expediting schedules, field paperwork, and materials to projects.
Assist the project superintendent with site safety enforcement and notify management of issues affecting safety, quality, budget, or work progress.
Support operations and the Project Manager with client communications about project schedules and milestones.
Maintain good customer relationships.
Attend and schedule project meetings with the project team, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
Prepare and distribute subcontractor and client meeting minutes.
Attend and set up punch-list walkthroughs as needed, compile punch lists, and forward them to the Project Manager and Superintendent.
Compile and provide project closeout documentation to the client, including as-built drawings, O&M materials, and warranties.
Establish positive working relationships and communications with team members, management, vendors, and clients.
Keep up to date on industry trends and developments.
Perform other duties as assigned.