Assistant Project Manager

James R. Vannoy & Sons Construction Company, LLC; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong Bonus Program

Paid vacation

Comprehensive health benefits

401K Plan with match

Vehicle Allowance

Job summary

James R. Vannoy & Sons Construction Company, LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support our commercial construction projects across healthcare, K-12, and higher education sectors.

The role focuses on keeping projects on time and on budget while upholding high quality standards. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in construction management or related field and 2+ years in commercial construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably in healthcare, K-12, or higher education sectors.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Experience with CMAR project delivery is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in overseeing schedules, budgets, and quality control.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel to maintain efficient workflow.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project schedules, tracking progress and addressing delays or issues.
• Lead or participate in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and project teams and maintain strong relationships with all parties.
• Review and interpret construction documents, specifications, and contracts.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and communications related to project progress and performance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Contract interpretation

CMAR experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Job description

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Managers to support our commercial construction projects across healthcare, K-12, and higher education sectors. The ideal candidates will assist in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and a desire to grow in our construction project management team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Project Manager in overseeing all aspects of construction projects, including schedules, budgets, and quality control.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel to maintain efficient workflow.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project schedules, tracking progress and addressing delays or issues.
• Lead/ Participate in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and project teams and maintain strong relationships with all parties.
• Review and interpret construction documents, specifications, and contracts.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and communications related to project progress and performance.

Qualifications:

• We are looking for highly motivated self-starters that have these attributes; Organized, self-aware, competitive, sense of urgency, positive attitude with high integrity!
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably in healthcare, K-12, or higher education sectors.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Experience with construction management-at-risk (CMAR) project delivery is a plus.
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Strong Bonus Program
• Comprehensive health benefits and paid vacation.
• Employee-focused culture with strong career growth opportunities.

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Dependent on Experience

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance Options
• Dental and Vision Coverage
Optional Life Insurance for Employee & Spouse
• 401K Plan with match
• Bonus Eligibility
• Vehicle Allowance, Fuel Cards, and Per Diem (when applicable)