Assistant Project Manager

Skanska USA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Employee ownership program

Career growth support

Competitive salary and bonus program

Job summary

A construction and project management firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Atlanta, Georgia. This role involves supporting project management, assisting with documentation, and coordinating on-site staff. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in managing construction projects, particularly in documentation and cost control. The company values diversity and inclusion and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience creating documentation such as RFIs and client correspondence.
• 5+ years of reading and understanding construction plans and drawings.
• 5+ years preparing subcontract scopes and contracts.
• 3+ years experience with project close out.
• 2+ years working with cost control systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent on assigned projects.
• Help manage the overall project direction and financial outcome.
• Work under supervision and coordinate on-site staff.
• Gather and distribute project information.

Skills

Documentation creation

Reading construction plans

Preparing subcontract scopes

Cost control systems

Time management

Client service

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Assistant Project Manager Opportunity

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Assistant Project Manager. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities, or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Assistant Project Manager Responsibilities

The Assistant Project Manager assists the Project Manager and Superintendent on assigned projects. The position assists in the management of the overall project direction, completion, and financial outcome. The Assistant Project Manager works under supervision, assists in the management and/or coordination of on-site staff, and gathers and distributes information. The Assistant Project Manager must be a flexible and adaptable team player, as well as have strong time management, communication, and client service skills.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ Years of experience creating documentation such as RFIs, and client correspondence on issues related to the notification provisions in contracts.
• 5+ years of reading and understanding construction plans and drawings and the technical specifications associated with drawings. Able to outline specifications required for submission to clients and ensure submittals and shop drawings are approved.
• 5+ years preparing subcontract scopes and contracts.
• 3+ years experience with project close out.
• 2+ years working with cost control systems.
• Bachelor’s Degree – Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience.

Benefits

• We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
• As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
• At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
• We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth.
• Compensation and financial wellbeing – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.

Background Check Required

Background Check Required

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.