Assistant Project Manager

Findorff Current Openings•Milwaukee, WI

26d

About The Position

Findorff is a local construction firm that has served the Milwaukee area for more than 50 years, delivering construction services to projects of all sizes. The Assistant Project Manager supports and helps lead construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, building technical knowledge while taking on increasing responsibility for project management, field coordination, and financial performance. The role works with project teams, clients, architects, trade partners, Superintendents, and Project Managers.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in construction project management, field engineering, or estimating within commercial construction.
Strong working knowledge of construction processes, building systems, and project sequencing.
Experience supporting project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and change management.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organization and attention to detail.
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and build relationships with clients and partners.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to construction software such as CMiC, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day project execution, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and document control, to keep projects aligned with plans and specifications.
Partner with Superintendents and Project Managers to develop and maintain schedules, coordinate subcontractors, and support short-term planning.
Support bidding, subcontract preparation, and procurement; help manage contract compliance, insurance requirements, and issue resolution.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and monthly reporting, as well as pay applications and change management.
Work with field teams on material coordination, document updates, safety initiatives, and quality control.
Build working relationships with project teams, clients, architects, and trade partners while developing leadership and communication skills.