Finishes Assistant Project Manager - Construction

About the CompanyOur client is an established minority-owned construction company founded in 1991, specializing in architectural millwork installation, general construction, and construction management. Its services include doors and hardware, laboratory casework, historic wood restoration, and specialty construction. The company has completed projects for hospitals, universities, hotels, and government facilities across Maryland and surrounding regions.

Position OverviewOur client is seeking a detail-oriented Finishes Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects, with a focus on finish trades. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in project engineering and some project management experience, along with the ability to coordinate subcontractors, track schedules, manage documentation, and ensure finish work meets project specifications and quality standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesAssist Project Managers in coordinating and managing commercial construction projects, particularly finish trades.

Coordinate finish-related activities, including architectural millwork, doors, frames, hardware, casework, and other interior finishes.

Review construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and finish schedules.

Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and field teams.

Track project schedules, material deliveries, procurement, and installation progress.

Assist with change orders, RFIs, submittals, cost tracking, and project documentation.

Monitor finish work to ensure compliance with quality standards, specifications, and project timelines.

Identify potential delays, material shortages, and coordination issues and help implement solutions.

Attend project meetings and communicate updates to Project Managers and stakeholders.

Assist with punch lists, inspections, closeout documentation, and final project delivery.

Required Qualifications

3-6 years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial construction.

0-3 years of experience in a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager role.

Familiarity with finish trades, interior construction, or architectural millwork preferred.

Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, project schedules, and subcontractor coordination.

Experience with project documentation, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction project management software.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with commercial, institutional, healthcare, or government construction projects.

Exposure to architectural millwork, doors and hardware, laboratory casework, and specialty finishes.

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Compensation - Depending on experience and qualifications.