Assistant Project Manager

Commercial Contracting Corporation; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical & dental premiums

Health Savings Account (HSA) bonus

401(k) match up to 5%

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Commercial Contracting Corporation is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This role involves supporting project teams with scheduling, project buyout, estimating, and management of subcontractors. The position may entail managing multiple projects or one large project simultaneously, with sizes ranging from $500,000 to $15 million.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years related experience or internships with a General Contracting/Construction Management organization.
• Knowledge/experience with FTP sites and document control programs.
• Effective communication with supervisors, employees, and teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support project team with scheduling, project buyout, estimating, and document control.
• Collaborate with project management team and subcontractors.
• Assist in procuring closeout documentation from vendors and subs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Planning skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Sage 300

Procore

Prolog

Job description

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical & dental premiums (individual, couple, or family) – effective Day 1
• Health Savings Account (HSA) bonus + employer match
• 401(k) match: dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of salary
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – profit sharing

Job Description

Title: Assistant Project Manager

Location: Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326

Objective: The Assistant Project Manager supports the project team with scheduling, project buyout, estimating, document control and management of self-perform teams and subcontractors in the Industrial and Heavy Commercial Markets. This could entail one large project at a time or several small to medium size projects at once. Project delivery methods may include Self-Perform, General Contracting or Construction Management. Project sizes ranging from $500,000 to $15,000,000 USD and may include some travel. Location varies from office to part‑time office/jobsite to full‑time jobsite.

Key Accountabilities

• Demonstrate commitment to CCC's people‑based safety culture and adhere to the requirements outlined in the CCC corporate safety manual and leadership training.
• Ensure compliance with all CCC standard operating procedures (ISO) for estimating, purchasing, and project control.
• Collaborate with the client’s project management team, CCC Project Executive, Senior Project Manager(s), Project Manager(s), Project Engineer(s), Site Safety Professional(s), trade subcontractors, local authorities, and designers/engineers to achieve project success.
• Maintain positive and open relationships with customers.
• Travel may be required.

Estimating

Attend site visits and walkthroughs in the field, as requested by Estimator or PM. Take site photos and measurements as required. Procure bid bonds. Set up bid list for vendors and subcontractors. Deliver bids. Drawing take‑offs if required. Distribute addendums. Assist in compiling sub & vendor proposals.

Project Startup

Draft Letters of Intent, POs, and Master Sub Agreements as needed. Ownership of project submittal process. Draft submittal log for PM review. Process submittals from vendors & subcontractors and maintain submittal log. Verify shop drawings. Communicate status of submittals to Project Manager and team. Assist in assembling drawings & specs for field distribution. Assist with new hire processes for field staff.

Project Construction

Maintain record drawing set. Ongoing submittal process. Maintain RFI log. Input with change order request/extra work pricing. Assist in material procurement. Assist with project scheduling.

Project Closeout

Draft closeout binder for PM review. Assist in procuring closeout documentation from vendors & subs. Assist in project punch list. Assist in ISO closeout procedure.

Core Competencies And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• 3‑5 years related experience and/or internship(s) with a General Contracting/Construction Management organization, or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Knowledge/experience with Microsoft Office suite, FTP sites and document control programs.
• Knowledge of Sage 300, Procore, or Prolog is preferred.
• Strong communication, planning, organizational, and teamwork skills.

Work Environment

• Fast‑paced, busy, and occasionally noisy work environment.
• May involve managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• May require outdoor work with exposure to various weather conditions.
• Occasional work in high or precarious places, near fumes or airborne particles, or handling toxic chemicals.
• Risk of electrical shock and vibration may occur in certain situations.
• Frequent interruptions to address team members’ needs and vendor requests.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent travel by motor vehicle may be required.
• Extended hours on construction sites may necessitate physical stamina for navigating the premises.
• Effective and professional communication with supervisors, employees, and others, both individually and in a team setting, is essential.
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and the ability to follow oral and written instructions (including warning signs, equipment guidelines, and company policies) is required to perform work safely and effectively.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.