Rockwell South is a multi-state commercial general contractor delivering retail, office, light industrial, health care and tenant improvement projects. We're a lean team, so our Assistant Project Managers work side by side with Project Managers on every stage of a job, from estimating and winning the work to handing the keys to the owner. If you want hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle, direct mentorship, and a clear path to becoming a Project Manager, this role is for you. Preconstruction and Estimating Assist with quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for bids and budget pricing Solicit subcontractor and supplier bids and help prepare bid-leveling comparisons Help assemble bid proposals and supporting documents Support constructability reviews and help identify value-engineering opportunities Project Startup Help obtain permits and licenses and coordinate jobsite mobilization Prepare subcontracts and purchase orders for Project Manager review Collect and track subcontractor certificates of insurance and bonds Set up projects in BuilderTrend, including budget, schedule, and submittal log Attend subcontractor pre-mobilization meetings and prepare meeting minutes Project Execution Support the Project Manager as a point of contact for owners, architects, and engineers Attend subcontractor coordination and scheduling meetings; prepare agendas and minutes Help update the project schedule with the Project Manager and superintendent Prepare, track, and distribute submittals and RFIs from issuance through approval Track and expedite material deliveries to meet schedule requirements Maintain project documentation, including drawings, logs, and daily reports Coordinate inspections and testing with field supervision and local agencies Join quality control and safety walks with the superintendent; help track safety documentation Cost Control and Financials Help track project costs and prepare data for monthly projections Prepare change order pricing and documentation for Project Manager review Review subcontractor pay applications and vendor invoices for accuracy Help prepare owner pay applications Keep job status, change orders, and RFIs current in BuilderTrend Help prepare bi-weekly labor allocation reports Assist with updating the project numbering worksheet and office task list worksheet Closeout Track punch lists and collect closeout documents, O&M manuals, and warranties Help complete final job reports and final accounting Qualifications Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent field experience 1-3 years of commercial construction experience (internships or field experience count) Familiarity with estimating, takeoffs, and reading construction drawings and specifications Working knowledge of construction software (BuilderTrend preferred; estimating software, and Excel a plus) Basic understanding of job cost accounting and project financials Strong written and verbal communication skills Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines Eager to learn and grow into a Project Manager role OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred Valid driver's license; willingness to travel to jobsites. Occasional overnight trips

Benefits:

401(k) Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Commercial construction: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person