We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of commercial construction projects. This role combines project coordination, cost control, schedule oversight, and stakeholder communication to help keep work moving safely and efficiently from preconstruction through closeout. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of construction operations, documentation, and budgeting, along with the ability to collaborate with field teams, vendors, and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate project activities across estimating, bid support, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and field execution to help ensure each phase progresses on time and within scope.
• Monitor project financial performance by tracking expenses, reviewing invoices, supporting payment approvals, and maintaining accurate budget reporting for leadership review.
• Provide day-to-day support to project teams, helping guide coordinators, assistant managers, and site supervision while promoting accountability and steady project progress.
• Assist with the preparation, negotiation, and administration of subcontractor and vendor agreements, and manage change order documentation from review through processing.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients, architects, engineers, and public agencies to maintain alignment on requirements, timelines, and project expectations.
• Identify potential schedule, cost, and operational risks early and help implement practical solutions to reduce disruptions and limit financial exposure.
• Prepare clear status updates for senior leadership that summarize milestones, budget conditions, scheduling changes, and overall project performance.
• Contribute to client-facing and growth-related efforts by supporting presentations, strengthening partner relationships, and helping position the team for future opportunities
• Experience supporting commercial construction projects with exposure to project planning, coordination, and execution activities.
• Working knowledge of construction estimating, project budgets, schedules, and industry documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and related project records.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed, accurate documentation.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal teams, subcontractors, clients, and design professionals.
• Familiarity with cost tracking, invoice review, and change order administration in a construction environment.
• Understanding of construction industry practices, project controls, and schedule management principles.

Benefits:

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