Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager

Becker Wright Consultants; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A reputable General Contractor in Chattanooga seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in executing construction projects. The role requires approximately 2 years of construction experience, proficiency in MS Project and Excel, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. This is a full-time position with up to 30% travel to jobsites and offers benefits including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Approximately 2 years of construction experience.
• Must be willing to relocate to Chattanooga.
• Travel to jobsites required up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Communicate daily with the project team.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and owners as needed.
• Support the issuance of subcontracts and coordination of subcontractors.
• Review, organize, and submit project submittals for approval.
• Help coordinate and track material deliveries.
• Participate in meetings with city, state, and utility officials for project coordination.
• Update and distribute weekly project status reports.
• Assist with budget tracking and monthly reporting to management.
• Support project closeout activities.

Skills

Construction experience

Proficiency in MS Project

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Word

Multitasking and prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related field

Job description

Pay Range Provided by Becker Wright Consultants

This range is provided by Becker Wright Consultants. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$65.00/yr - $80.00/yr

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus
• Direct message the job poster from Becker Wright Consultants

Job Description – Assistant Project Manager

General Function: A reputable General Contractor in the Southeast is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with approximately 2 years of construction experience. The ideal candidate will support the Project Manager in overseeing all activities associated with the execution of construction projects. The Assistant Project Manager will communicate daily with the project team to help ensure schedules, budgets, and quality standards meet company expectations.

• Assist in establishing and maintaining project schedules and budgets
• Communicate daily with the project team
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and owners as needed
• Support the issuance of subcontracts and coordination of subcontractors
• Review, organize, and submit project submittals for approval
• Help coordinate and track material deliveries
• Participate in meetings with city, state, and utility officials for project coordination
• Update and distribute weekly project status reports
• Assist with budget tracking and monthly reporting to management
• Support project closeout activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or a related field
• Approximately 2 years of construction experience
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and Word
• Strong ability to multitask and prioritize
• Must be willing to relocate to Chattanooga
• Based in Chattanooga; travel to jobsites required up to 30%

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Location

Chattanooga, TN