Assistant Project Manager

Metric Geo; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus

Full benefits

Job summary

A national leading heavy civil contractor is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) for major infrastructure projects in Virginia. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of experience in heavy civil construction and be ready to support senior project leadership in delivering complex projects. Responsibilities include project planning, subcontractor management, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive compensation, bonus, and full benefits offered, making this an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with cost control, estimating, and project tracking.
• Background as a Project Engineer or early-stage APM.
• Experience on large-scale or design-build infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in delivering projects from start to finish.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and coordination.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure scope, schedule, and quality targets are met.
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Track project costs, budgets, and forecasting.
• Assist with change orders, estimates, and value engineering.
• Verify quantities, progress, and subcontractor payments.
• Maintain accurate job costing and reporting systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures.
• Support and mentor junior engineers on the project.

Skills

4+ years’ experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction

Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and processes

Strong communication skills across field teams, subcontractors, and clients

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, field-based environment

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

EIT certification (or working toward it)

Job description

Metric are partnered with a national leading heavy civil contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the U.S. We are currently supporting the hire of an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to join a high-profile project team.

This is a strong opportunity for a Project Engineer ready to step up, or an existing APM looking to gain exposure on large-scale, complex infrastructure work.

The Opportunity

Working alongside senior project leadership, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of heavy civil projects, with responsibility across both field operations and commercial management.

This is a field-driven role, offering hands-on involvement in day-to-day project execution while developing your leadership and management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in delivering projects from start to finish
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and coordination
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure scope, schedule, and quality targets are met
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, and project documentation
• Track project costs, budgets, and forecasting
• Assist with change orders, estimates, and value engineering
• Verify quantities, progress, and subcontractor payments
• Maintain accurate job costing and reporting systems
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures
• Support and mentor junior engineers on the project

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years’ experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction
• Background as a Project Engineer or early-stage APM
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and processes
• Experience with cost control, estimating, and project tracking
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, field-based environment
• Strong communication skills across field teams, subcontractors, and clients

Preferred

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• EIT certification (or working toward it)
• Experience on large-scale or design-build infrastructure projects

Why This Role?

• Join a top-tier heavy civil contractor with a strong national presence
• Work on major infrastructure projects (rail, highway, bridge, or site development)
• Gain exposure to full project lifecycle + commercial responsibilities
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and full benefits