Assistant Project Manager - University Programs

Procon Consulting•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and virtual intelligence—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment. Procon is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support a higher education client on an active construction program near or in Tampa, Florida. This role is onsite, full time, and ideal for a construction professional with 3–4 years of field experience who is ready to grow in an owner’s representative environment. The Assistant Project Manager will assist the Project Manager and client stakeholders with day to day project execution, coordination, and documentation across multiple phases of construction, ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.

Requirements

3–4 years of experience supporting active construction projects, preferably onsite
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Working knowledge of Project controls (schedule, cost, and change management)
Working knowledge of RFI and submittal processes
Working knowledge of construction documentation and contract administration
Working knowledge of experience working in an owner’s representative or CM support role preferred
Familiarity with higher education, institutional, or public-sector projects is highly preferred
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in an active construction environment
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with project management software is a plus
Professional demeanor and ability to work effectively with contractors, designers, and client stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of experience working in an owner’s representative or CM support role preferred
Familiarity with higher education, institutional, or public-sector projects is highly preferred
Familiarity with project management software is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist with cost tracking, schedule updates, and review of contractor progress
Support change management processes, including change order review and documentation
Maintain organized project records, logs, and reporting dashboards
Participate in onsite meetings (OAC, progress, and coordination meetings)
Track contractor activities to ensure alignment with approved schedules and milestones
Assist with issue identification and coordination of resolutions
Log, track, and support review of RFIs and submittals
Coordinate responses between contractors, designers, and the owner
Monitor turnaround times and ensure conformance with project requirements
Support QA/QC efforts through field observations and documentation
Assist in tracking inspections, testing, and closeout requirements
Help ensure construction activities align with contract documents and campus standards
Act as an extension of the client’s team, supporting communication and coordination
Prepare meeting minutes, status reports, and executive level summaries
Assist with stakeholder coordination in an active campus environment
Support commissioning, punch list, and closeout activities
Assist with review of pay applications and supporting documentation
Coordinate with consultants, inspectors, and campus representatives as needed