Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

AlphaX • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager supports commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion and closeout. The role is intended for someone with commercial general contracting experience who is prepared to take on greater project management responsibilities and develop toward a Project Manager position. Projects include commercial construction, renovations, and tenant improvements.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in commercial construction, project management, project engineering, or project coordination.
• Previous experience working for a commercial general contractor is required.
• Direct commercial construction experience is required; candidates with residential construction experience only will not qualify.
• Experience with commercial construction, renovations, tenant improvements, or similar projects.
• Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, schedules, contracts, and change orders.
• Understanding of construction sequencing, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and project documentation.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, Superintendents, and clients.
• Experience tracking schedules, project costs, purchase commitments, procurement, and change orders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction or project management software.
• Strong organizational, communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field; equivalent hands-on experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing commercial construction projects, including renovations and tenant improvements.
• Support project delivery from preconstruction and procurement through construction, turnover, and closeout.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, Superintendents, and field personnel.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and contracts to identify discrepancies and coordination issues.
• Help develop and update project schedules and monitor progress against milestones.
• Track project expenses, purchase orders, committed costs, invoices, and change orders.
• Participate in project meetings, document action items, and follow up on outstanding tasks.
• Visit jobsites to monitor progress, document field conditions, and coordinate with Superintendents.
• Assist with material purchasing, delivery schedules, subcontractor sequencing, and site logistics.
• Maintain communication between field teams, office staff, design professionals, subcontractors, and clients.
• Support inspections, punch lists, warranty coordination, turnover, and final closeout.
• Identify potential delays, budget concerns, scope discrepancies, and procurement issues.
• Take on increasing responsibility for scheduling, subcontractor coordination, cost tracking, and project execution.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Health insurance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Paid time off.
• Company-sponsored benefits and programs.
• Professional development and ongoing training.
• Opportunities to take ownership of increasingly complex project responsibilities.
• Clear career progression toward a Project Manager position.
• Long-term professional growth within an established commercial construction environment.

What This Job Offers

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