Assistant Project Manager

Omega Construction, Inc.; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best Places to Work!

HSA/FSA

401K with company match

24/7 Teledoc

Many more!

Job summary

Omega Construction, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support day-to-day management of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will work with seasoned PMs and superintendents, taking ownership of core project processes and developing the skills to run your own projects. You will help with subcontractor coordination, document control, schedule updates, and closeout tasks, gaining exposure to all phases of the project lifecycle and building

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Project Engineer or in a construction project support role (industrial projects experience preferred).
• Working knowledge of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Viewpoint, Bluebeam, and GCPay a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with field and office teams alike.
• Detail‑oriented with solid organizational and time‑management abilities.
• A proactive, problem‑solving mindset and willingness to learn.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to representing Omega’s interests on every project.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Project Manager with buyout, including scope review, subcontract preparation, and purchase orders
• Managing the submittal and RFI process — logging, tracking, reviewing for conformance, and driving timely responses from the design team
• Coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers on schedules, deliveries, and documentation requirements
• Supporting monthly pay application preparation, including subcontractor billings through GCPay and owner billing review
• Maintaining accurate project documentation in Viewpoint, including change orders, meeting minutes, and project logs
• Assisting with project schedule updates and lookahead planning in coordination with the Superintendent
• Preparing and distributing meeting agendas and minutes for OAC and subcontractor meetings
• Tracking and processing change requests, from pricing through owner approval
• Supporting project closeout, including punch list management, O&M manuals, warranties, and as‑built
• Building relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, and vendors that reflect Omega’s commitment to trust

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Time management

Proactive problem-solving

Tools

Viewpoint

Bluebeam

GCPay

Microsoft Office

Job description

Omega Construction is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to support the day-to‑day management of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced Project Managers and Superintendents, taking ownership of key project processes while building the skills to run your own projects — the APM role is a direct step on Omega’s path to Project Manager.

What You’ll Do

You’ll serve as a critical link between the field and the office, keeping project documentation, subcontractor coordination, and financial tracking moving so the team can build efficiently. You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to every phase of the project lifecycle while working directly with project leadership. Key responsibilities include

• Assisting the Project Manager with buyout, including scope review, subcontract preparation, and purchase orders
• Managing the submittal and RFI process — logging, tracking, reviewing for conformance, and driving timely responses from the design team
• Coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers on schedules, deliveries, and documentation requirements
• Supporting monthly pay application preparation, including subcontractor billings through GCPay and owner billing review
• Maintaining accurate project documentation in Viewpoint, including change orders, meeting minutes, and project logs
• Assisting with project schedule updates and lookahead planning in coordination with the Superintendent
• Preparing and distributing meeting agendas and minutes for OAC and subcontractor meetings
• Tracking and processing change requests, from pricing through owner approval
• Supporting project closeout, including punch list management, O&M manuals, warranties, and as‑built
• Building relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, and vendors that reflect Omega’s commitment to trust

What You’ll Bring

• Prior experience as a Project Engineer or in a construction project support role (industrial projects experience preferred)
• Working knowledge of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive); experience with Viewpoint, Bluebeam, and GCPay a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with field and office teams alike
• Detail‑oriented with solid organizational and time‑management abilities
• A proactive, problem‑solving mindset and willingness to learn
• A strong work ethic and commitment to representing Omega’s interests on every project

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Omega Construction is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa (including H-1B transfers) at this time

• Best Places to Work!
• HSA/FSA
• 401K with company match
• 24/7 Teledoc
• Many more!

Headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC, Omega Construction operates across a growing number of markets — including Apex, NC, Greenville, SC and Savannah, GA — delivering excellence across a diverse range of project types including historical preservation, hospitality, industrial/distribution, commercial, multi-family, and retail construction. At Omega, we believe that great projects start with great people. We are committed to building strong teams, lasting relationships, and a legacy of excellence that speaks for itself. We Build Trust — and that commitment extends not just to our clients, but to every member of our team.