Assistant Project Manager

Clune Construction Company, L.P.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, dental & vision premiums

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Job summary

Clune Construction Company, L.P. is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in Atlanta, GA, who will assist with planning, coordination, and completion of construction projects. This role involves budgeting, bidding, and cost control, as well as maintaining close communication with project teams and clients.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or a related field and possess 2-5 years of relevant experience. Clune offers a strong commitment to employee welfare, extensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 2-5 years of experience managing commercial or mission-critical projects.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Ability to read construction schedules and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and completion of construction projects.
• Participate in budgeting, bidding, and cost control.
• Coordinate with superintendents and project managers.
• Document project meetings and maintain schedules.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Tools

Construction scheduling software

Basic budget software

Job description

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee‑owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact!

Job Overview

The Assistant Project Manager works with the Project Management team on the planning, coordination, and completion of construction projects. The core job duties include assisting in many phases of construction from budgeting, bidding, cost control, client relations, through closeout.

Essential Functions

• Role model professionally for interns, project engineers, senior project engineers, and new APMs.
• Ownership of the RFI process.
• Ownership of the submittal process.
• Active participation in the creation of accurate and timely budgets and bids.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of project cost controls.
• Ownership of the project documentation.
• Actively participate in project meetings and take the lead and document OAC meetings.
• Heavy coordination with superintendent and project manager, including frequent site visits to monitor onsite progress.
• Distribute drawings, sketches, shop drawings, submittals, schedules and punchlists to subcontractor and site superintendent in a timely fashion to maintain the project schedule.
• Ownership of the closeout package process.
• Become proficient in, and utilize, Clune established systems and technology to work efficiently and to the highest standards.
• Be an ambassador for Clune’s safety culture and OSHA standards to enforce a safe work environment and attend safety meetings.

What We Offer

At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best‑in‑class benefits packages, including:

• 100% company‑paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company‑paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Company‑paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
• Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance

Core Values and Behaviors

Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent.

• Safety
• Service
• Teamwork
• Respect
• Excellence
• Leadership
• Innovation

Job Requirements

• Critical thinker, problem solver and can make independent decisions.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills that will be utilized to hold discussions with various members of Clune, trade partners, designers and clients.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Understanding of team roles and responsibilities, internally and externally.
• Growing understanding of trade delineation.
• Understanding of how to read drawings and specs.
• Understanding of how to read construction schedules and how they are built.
• Ability to work and thrive in team environments.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering or equivalent industry experience required.
• 2-5 years of experience managing commercial interior, healthcare and/or mission‑critical projects.
• Background in construction trades and technical knowledge of construction methods a plus.
• Completion of basic budget training.
• Strong computer skills needed.

All candidates must provide a resume.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

With a robust national footprint, Clune Construction stands as a leading general contractor with offices across the United States. Clune’s workforce of talented employee‑owners manages an annual project portfolio exceeding $5 billion in commercial and Mission Critical ventures. At the heart of Clune’s success lies its steadfast dedication to client satisfaction. Rooted in the core values of safety, service, teamwork, respect, excellence, leadership, and innovation, Clune Construction is committed to providing exceptional construction services to our clients and business partners and delivering results that continuously exceed expectations. When you are an employee owner, you feel personally invested in providing exceptional service to the diverse group of clients and industries we work with as a company. It’s part of believing in a shared fate mentality and that’s exactly what sets us apart. At Clune, we value the presence of a family‑oriented culture, where we support and challenge our employee owners to be their best. We work together as a team and value quality and integrity in all the work that we do.