Assistant Project Manager

Bobbitt; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

Laptop & cell phone allowance

Car allowance

Flexible PTO & holidays

Wellness program

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

ESOP & 401(k)

Job summary

The Bobbitt Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to coordinate information and authorizations for construction projects in the Carolinas. This exempt, salaried role reports to the Project Manager and supports a broad range of pre-construction, budgeting, scheduling, and communication activities.

We value energy, innovation, and teamwork as we continue to grow. Ideal candidates will have construction acumen, a client-focused mindset, and the ability to lead from a beginner-level

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; four-year degree in construction, engineering, or business strongly preferred.
• 2–5 years of commercial construction experience, preferably with a commercial general contractor.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to safety standards and project documentation.
• Assist in creating and managing project budgets for assigned projects.
• Develop pre-construction RFP packages and coordinate meetings and owner reports.
• Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, pay apps) and approve change orders.
• Update schedules and quality control; support project closeout and site operations.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget management

Safety compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Bachelors degree in construction/engineering/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Adobe

BlueBeam

Job description

Summary

An Assistant Project Manager (APM) obtains, evaluates, coordinates, and distributes the information and authorizations necessary to construct projects on time, within budget, and to the quality specified. The APM is responsible for protecting and promoting the interest of both the business and client in all matters, as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a beginner-level leader.

Brief Description

Role: Assistant Project Manager (APM)
Classification: Exempt, Salaried
Reports to: Project Manager

Job Description

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years, we have a strong reputation for quality, commitment, and integrity.

Summary

An Assistant Project Manager (APM) obtains, evaluates, coordinates, and distributes the information and authorizations necessary to construct projects on time, within budget, and to the quality specified. The APM is responsible for protecting and promoting the interest of both the business and client in all matters, as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a beginner-level leader.

Building On That Foundation, We Have a Unique Opportunity For a Strategic, Leading-edge Thinker And Leader To Maintain Our Exponential Trajectory Of Growth. We Are Seeking Someone Who Can Help Develop Our Employee-Owners To Communicate Effectively With Each Other And Our Clients, Leveraging The Following Core Principles

• DELIVER positive energy, performance, and forge alignment among all stakeholders.
• STRENGTHEN our commitment to innovation and technology through tools that bring efficiency to construction.
• EXTEND our brand and reinforce the Bobbitt legacy across our communities.
• IMPRESS by going above and beyond (even when nobody is watching).
• WOW employees and customers with unique experiences and special memories.
• SIMPLIFY our processes and procedures, ensuring consistency in all that we do.
• WELCOME different patterns of thought, background, and diversity within the company.

The ideal candidate will create differentiators in the marketplace, have a fire in their belly to drive Bobbitt forward, and exhibit humility and thankfulness in all that they do. Everything matters!

Roles & Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to standards of safety
• Ensure that required documentation is filed
• Assist in creating and managing project budget for all assigned projects
• Develop pre-construction RFP package
• Assist in conducting project meetings, setting milestones, and formulating monthly owner report
• Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, and pay applications), including approving pay applications and negotiating subcontract change orders
• Update project schedule; ensure project quality control and establish overall project logistics
• Assist in managing the closeout process
• Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project milestones and monthly owner reporting consistently on schedule
• Budget management and subcontract/PCO negotiation handled accurately
• Project quality standards and closeout timelines consistently met
• Strong collaboration maintained with the superintendent and site team

Required Knowledge, Experience & Competencies

• Valid Driver's License
• Safety certifications as required
• High school diploma required; four-year degree from an accredited university within construction, engineering, or business concentrations strongly preferred
• 2-5 years' experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
• Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred
• Passion for construction and the industry; ability to recognize and seek quality
• Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems, including the Microsoft Office suite (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Procore, Adobe, and BlueBeam
• Strong ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a focus on audience-appropriate business writing and verbal skills
• Positive attitude and passion for construction and the industry
• Ability to gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay it through clear, concise communication, seeing how pieces and processes fit into the bigger picture
• Ability to organize and manage tasks and priorities
• Seeks continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, with an internal focus on self-improvement
• Adapts and exercises flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means, and methods
• Ability to collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
• Creates and maintains relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Exhibits respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others

Preferred Knowledge, Experience & Competencies

• 30-Hour OSHA
• Business or Accounting degree preferred
• Three to five years of construction accounting experience
• Strong computer skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Familiarity with ERP systems

Work Format

This position is best suited to a traditional, on-site work schedule.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel to meetings or events within 150-mile radius of office
• Occasional travel to various job site locations as needed for photography or milestone events

Physical Requirements

• Ability to access and navigate all areas of the construction site
• Ability to lift up to 90 lbs. at times
• Valid Driver's License

This job description covers the principal duties/responsibilities of the role. It should not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

For this role, Bobbitt offers an attractive total compensation package including excellent benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
• Provided laptop computer, and cell phone allowance
• Car Allowance
• Flexible paid time off and holidays
• Wellness program and mental health resources
• Health PPO, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan—Bobbitt is 100% Employee Owned

The Bobbitt Group is a 100% Employee-Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years, we have a strong reputation for quality, commitment, and integrity

Bobbitt is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to provide fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling [phone] or sending an email to [e-mail]. Bobbitt provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. We participate in E-Verify. Information from all employees’ Form I-9 is used to confirm work authorization.