Assistant PM — Mentored Growth in Construction

PEPL; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

PEPL is seeking a career-motivated, recent engineering graduate to join as an Assistant Project Manager on live commercial construction projects. You will work closely with an experienced PM, embedded in real project workflows, with a clear path to becoming a PM.

The role emphasizes mentorship, hands-on training, and professional development, including support for a Masters program, with a defined growth trajectory as you gain field and office experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management required or for 2025/2026 graduates.
• Strong interest in commercial construction, HVAC/mechanical systems or built environment.
• Comfortable with numbers, technical drawings and project data.
• Proficient in MS Office; eager to learn construction management software.
• Highly organized, self-motivated and quick to learn new tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with day-to-day coordination of commercial mechanical projects.
• Track project schedules, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets, cost reports, and forecasts.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers on procurement and delivery timelines.
• Attend job site walks and progress meetings to learn field coordination.
• Review shop drawings and equipment submittals for accuracy.
• Support close-out documentation: O&M manuals, warranties, as-builts, and punch lists.
• Maintain project files and documentation in company PM software.
• Assist with estimating and takeoffs on smaller projects or change orders.
• Communicate professionally with clients, engineers, architects, and field crews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Excel proficiency

Willingness to learn CM software

Organizational skills

Reading mechanical drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Sage

Job description

PEPL is seeking a career-motivated, recent engineering graduate to join as an Assistant Project Manager on live commercial construction projects. You will work closely with an experienced PM, embedded in real project workflows, with a clear path to becoming a PM.

The role emphasizes mentorship, hands-on training, and professional development, including support for a Masters program, with a defined growth trajectory as you gain field and office experience.