Assistant Project Manager

Actalent; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with 1–3 years of construction management experience to support commercial, industrial, warehouse/distribution, or similar projects. You will assist the Project Manager with budget, schedule, quality, and client expectations while coordinating with owners, subcontractors, and design teams.

This 100% in‑office role requires local commute and is typically 45–50 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of construction management experience.
• Experience with cost tracking and budgeting.
• Subcontractor management and cradle‑to‑grave project management experience.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Build, MS Project, Bluebeam and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting coordination.
• Administer contracts and track costs.
• Forecasting and communication with owners, subcontractors, design teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Help deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high standards of quality and client service.

Skills

PM experience

Cost tracking

Subcontractor mgmt

Cradle-to-grave mgmt

Tools

Autodesk Build

MS Project

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project ManagerJob Description

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager with 1-3 years of construction management experience. This role requires hands‑on experience in supporting commercial, industrial, warehouse/distribution, manufacturing, or similar construction projects. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of subcontractor management, project financial tracking, scheduling, buyouts, procurement, site coordination, and project documentation. You will assist with all phases of the project lifecycle, from preconstruction through closeout, while supporting the Project Manager in maintaining budget, schedule, quality, and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting coordination.

• Administer contracts and track costs.

• Handle forecasting and maintain communication with owners, subcontractors, design teams, and internal stakeholders.

• Help deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high standards of quality and client service.

Essential Skills

• 1-3 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, or similar role.

• Experience in construction management with exposure to project financial activities such as cost tracking and budgeting.

• Subcontractor management and cradle‑to‑grave project management experience.

• Proficiency in Autodesk Build, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Tilt‑wall construction experience is highly preferred.

• Client‑facing experience and strong communication skills.

• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing responsibilities with limited supervision.

• Stable employment history with demonstrated career progression.

Work Environment

This is a 100% in‑office position, requiring candidates to be local and able to commute daily. Occasional travel to project sites outside the immediate market may be necessary. The typical workweek is 45-50 hours, Monday through Friday, with workload varying based on project demands. The company emphasizes balancing project responsibilities with family life whenever possible. Current projects include two box builds and one design build.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.48 - $55.29/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.