Construction Assistant Project Manager

Sentry•Watertown, SD

6d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Sentry is growing and actively hiring a Construction Assistant Project Manager to support our construction team in Watertown, South Dakota. This is an opportunity to step into a role with real project exposure, strong mentorship, and a clear path to becoming a Project Manager. The Construction Assistant Project Manager works directly with Project Managers and field leadership to help drive projects forward. This is a hands-on role that supports coordination between the office and jobsite, giving you direct exposure to how projects are built from start to finish.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
1–4 years of experience in construction project coordination, field engineering, or a related construction role
Field experience on active construction projects is required; candidates must understand jobsite operations and how work is executed in the field
Basic understanding of construction processes, jobsite operations, and project scheduling
Strong organizational and communication skills
Desire to grow into a Project Manager leadership role

Nice To Haves

Experience with Procore or similar construction management software preferred

Responsibilities

Assist Project Managers with day-to-day project coordination
Support the management of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
Help track project budgets, costs, and schedules
Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to support project execution
Assist with project meetings and maintain meeting notes and action items
Utilize Procore and other construction management software to manage project documentation
Work with field teams to ensure communication between office and jobsite operations
Support project closeout documentation and final deliverables