Assistant Project Manager

Our client is an established industry leader supporting diverse projects across multiple sectors. They are looking for an Assistant Project Manager who is ready to build a strong foundation in construction leadership while gaining meaningful exposure to both field execution and project controls. This opportunity offers hands-on exposure, growing ownership, and a strong foundation for continued advancement within the industry.

This Role Offers

• Hands on experience supporting active construction projects from startup through final turnover.
• Direct exposure to experienced project managers, superintendents, design professionals, trade partners, and clients.
• A supportive environment for continued growth across both operational and project-focused areas.
• Proven expertise managing project timelines, budgets, vendor sourcing, compliance, workplace safety, technical alignment, and records administration.
• Utilizes advanced building technology and jobsite resources to streamline execution and improve project outcomes.
• Clear opportunities for professional advancement as industry expertise and leadership capabilities grow.

Focus

• Support field leadership by coordinating trade partners, tracking site activity, and helping maintain strong safety and quality standards.
• Maintain organized project records, including submittals, RFIs, drawing revisions, meeting notes, and field markups.
• Support project planning and coordination efforts to help maintain progress and meet key deadlines.
• Support financial tracking and reporting efforts to help maintain project performance and budget alignment.
• Support project sourcing efforts by assembling bid materials, reviewing submissions, and managing vendor and subcontractor agreements within designated work areas.
• Support estimating activities by developing cost information and maintaining accurate reporting throughout construction.
• Identify potential scope changes and help document their schedule, contractual, and financial impact.
• Review project information, identify potential concerns, and support coordination and issue resolution throughout the project.
• Communicate with project stakeholders as assigned, supporting reporting, payment documentation, change requests, and issue resolution.
• Assist with key project activities from initial setup through final completion and handoff.
• Leverage industry tools and technology to support project coordination, communication, and overall efficiency.
• Spend significant time supporting active project sites and travel as project assignments require.

Skill Set

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of construction methods, field operations, safety practices, equipment, and project delivery processes.
• Strong ability to navigate and interpret key project plans, requirements, and supporting information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and project details.
• Eagerness to build knowledge across key areas of project planning, coordination, and execution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative approach to working with field and office teams.
• Demonstrated ability to assess challenges and contribute to practical, timely solutions
• Comfortable learning construction management software, scheduling platforms, digital field documentation tools, and related technology.
• Willingness to learn quickly, accept feedback, and continuously develop construction and leadership capabilities.

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