Assistant Project Manager

Gallo Mechanical • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

Gallo Mechanical is seeking a Mechanical Construction Assistant Project Manager to join its service team. The role works closely with Project Managers to support projects throughout their life cycle, from inception through closure, and help deliver them safely, efficiently, and effectively within agreed budgets, schedules, and quality expectations while meeting or exceeding client expectations. The Assistant Project Manager helps define project requirements and scope, manage project costs and field labor, and coordinate subcontractors.

The position supports timely delivery of project deliverables, quality control, communication of expectations to stakeholders, and reporting to senior management. It also involves developing and maintaining long-term customer relationships. Work takes place across office, job site, and field settings, with occasional site visits and flexible hours to support service work.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in construction, mechanical, plumbing, or service project support.
• Knowledge of construction management principles, practices, and methods; environmental regulations; engineering project management methods; workplace safety; budgeting; employee supervision; and personnel management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle simultaneous tasks and smaller projects.
• Ability to solve complex, multifaceted problems using various problem-solving techniques.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Analytical and mathematical skills, quick thinking, and a solid understanding of engineering, construction, and architecture principles.

Nice To Haves

• Field experience in mechanical or plumbing service, commercial or industrial.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee mechanical and plumbing projects of varying sizes and complexities.
• Manage HVAC and plumbing installations to meet code requirements, budget, and schedule.
• Evaluate estimates and work with GMS Operations to set up jobs in the system with correct labor, material, and subcontract cost codes.
• Negotiate and prepare vendor and subcontractor purchase orders, and evaluate submittals against contract drawings and specifications.
• Participate in monthly project backlog reviews and keep participants and stakeholders informed to help deliver jobs on time and under budget.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, internal customers, and owners.
• Coordinate with field personnel, including field supervisors, technicians, and helpers.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment through safety meetings, incident investigations, and employee involvement.
• Support project delivery, quality control, stakeholder communication, and reporting to senior management.
• Develop and maintain long-term customer relationships.

Benefits

• Dedicated training programs and career progression support.
• Company-paid medical insurance.
• Dental, vision, voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Team Incentive Program allowing eligible employees to share in company financial success.
• 401(k) plan with a 5% company match.
• Employee wellness resources.
• PTO benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed