Assistant PM - Builder Developer - Bethesda, MD

Michael Page; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

401(k) Plan

Vehicle Allowance

Gas Card

Professional Development

Advancement opportunities

Regional project exposure

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of large-scale multifamily, mixed-income, affordable, and market-rate housing across the Mid-Atlantic region.

You will work with construction professionals, gaining exposure to budgeting, scheduling, procurement, quality control, and project execution within a stable organization."

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Approximately 3+ years of experience supporting or managing multifamily construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction budgets, scheduling, procurement, and project documentation.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and vendor coordination.
• Ability to communicate effectively with subcontractors, consultants, owners, and internal project teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing multifamily construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Support budgeting efforts including bid solicitation, scope development, budget tracking, forecasting, and cost control.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, contract administration, purchase orders, and vendor negotiations.
• Procure, track, review, and distribute RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and construction documentation.
• Help monitor project costs, change orders, field work orders, and potential budget impacts.
• Coordinate with project teams to maintain construction schedules and identify potential delays.
• Participate in weekly schedule updates and assist in tracking project milestones and turnover schedules.
• Conduct periodic site visits to verify quality standards, project compliance, and construction progress.

Skills

Budgeting

Scheduling

Procurement

Quality control

Project execution

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Timberline

Bluebeam

Adobe

On-Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

This Assistant Project Manager opportunity offers the chance to support the delivery of large-scale multifamily, mixed-income, affordable, and market-rate housing communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. The role provides direct exposure to budgeting, scheduling, procurement, quality control, and project execution within a stable and growing vertically integrated organization.

Client Details

Our client is a nationally recognized multifamily developer, builder, and property management organization with approximately 900 employees and a strong presence throughout Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and other high-growth markets. With a diverse portfolio spanning luxury market-rate, affordable, workforce, and mixed-income housing communities, the company continues to expand its development pipeline across the Mid-Atlantic region. This Assistant Project Manager position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced construction and development professionals while gaining exposure to all phases of project delivery. The Assistant Project Manager will play a critical role in supporting successful project outcomes, and the Assistant Project Manager role provides excellent long-term advancement opportunities within a financially stable organization.

Description

• Assist Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing multifamily construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Support budgeting efforts including bid solicitation, scope development, budget tracking, forecasting, and cost control.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, contract administration, purchase orders, and vendor negotiations.
• Procure, track, review, and distribute RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and construction documentation.
• Help monitor project costs, change orders, field work orders, and potential budget impacts.
• Coordinate with project teams to maintain construction schedules and identify potential delays.
• Participate in weekly schedule updates and assist in tracking project milestones and turnover schedules.
• Conduct periodic site visits to verify quality standards, project compliance, and construction progress.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Approximately 3+ years of experience supporting or managing multifamily construction projects.
• Stable employment history with a proven track record of successful project participation.
• Strong understanding of construction budgets, scheduling, procurement, and project documentation.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and vendor coordination.
• Ability to communicate effectively with subcontractors, consultants, owners, and internal project teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices and quality control processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Timberline, Bluebeam, Adobe, and On-Screen Takeoff software is a plus.
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred.
• First Aid/AED training preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and motivated to build a long-term career within a growing multifamily construction organization.

Job Offer

• Base Salary: $100,000 - $125,000
• Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Healthcare Coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Vehicle Allowance
• Gas Card
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Additional Employee Perks
• Long-term advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Exposure to high-profile multifamily developments across the Mid-Atlantic region

Desired Skills and Experience

• multifamily
• assistant project manager
• ground up
• construction
• commercial construction
• builder developer

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.