Assistant Project Manager

Tri-City Group; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-City Group is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in Cedar Rapids, IA. The successful candidate will support project teams with documentation, submittals, and coordination tasks. Requirements include 1-2 years of construction or project coordination experience, familiarity with construction documents, and tools like Procore and Bluebeam. This position demands strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of construction or project coordination experience preferred.
• Familiarity with construction documents, submittals, and project workflows.
• Strong organizational and document management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with documentation, submittals, and scope tracking.
• Assist with gathering quotes, takeoffs, and responding to RFIs/RFQs.
• Track subcontractors, equipment, and quoted items.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Document management

Communication

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Tri-City Group is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager for an immediate opening in Cedar Rapids, IA. The Assistant Project Manager will support project teams with day-to-day coordination, documentation, and tracking on a mission-critical hyperscale project. The Assistant Project Manager plays a key role in keeping projects organized, maintaining accurate information, and supporting execution from preconstruction through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with documentation, submittals, and scope tracking
• Assist with gathering quotes, takeoffs, and responding to RFIs/RFQs
• Review quotes for scope gaps, pricing changes, and completeness
• Maintain current drawings, specifications, and project documentation across platforms
• Assist with shop drawings and submittal coordination
• Track subcontractors, equipment, and quoted items
• Support weekly reporting (labor, schedule progress, milestones, delivery updates)
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and subcontractors
• Assist with project closeout including warranties, O&M manuals, and as-builts
• Help coordinate vendor start-up, site access, and owner training

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of construction or project coordination experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with construction documents, submittals, and project workflows
• Experience with tools such as Procore & Bluebeam (preferred)
• Strong organizational and document management skills

Candidates must possess strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This includes effective communication, a proactive approach to follow-up, and the ability to collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to keep projects moving forward.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and reference check. Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.