Assistant Project Manager

Socket.dev; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US in Charlotte is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager and Superintendent, plan, coordinate, and execute all phases of construction, and take ownership of budgets, schedules, and documentation.

You will work to deliver safely, efficiently, and to quality standards, develop client relationships, and contribute to zero-harm culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive experience in commercial construction project management.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6 or Sage 300 CRE.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Preconstruction: assist in identifying project requirements and supporting bid package development.
• Financial Management: help create budgets, financial reports, and revenue projections.
• Scheduling & Coordination: lead pull planning sessions and ensure progress aligns with milestones.
• Contract & Procurement Administration: manage procurement and subcontractor contracts.
• Quality & Compliance: develop the project quality program and ensure contract compliance.
• Safety Leadership: promote Zero Harm principles in subcontract scopes and orientations.
• Communication & Reporting: prepare monthly owner narratives and coordinate meetings.
• Closeout & Turnover: manage closeout documents and support turnover to client.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Sage 300 CRE

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Our Benefits
Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Tuition Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
And more!

Summary

Balfour Beatty is seeking anAssistant Project Manager in Charlotte. The ideal candidate will be an organized and collaborative construction professional ready to take the next step in project management. This rolebuilds onexperience gained as a Senior Project Engineer, offering greater responsibility infinancial management, scheduling, subcontractor relations, and leadership of project teams.

As an Assistant Project Manager,you’llwork closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to plan, coordinate, and execute all phases of construction.You’lltake ownership of budgets, schedules, and documentation, ensuring that projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality. This positionprovidesan opportunity to develop strong client relationships and refine leadership and business skills while upholding Balfour Beatty’sZero Harm®safety culture and commitment to excellence.

Essential Functions

• Project Planning & Preconstruction:Assist inidentifyingproject requirements, managing bid package development, and supporting constructability reviews. Coordinate project mobilization and demobilization activities.
• Financial Management:Support the creation and maintenance of project budgets, financial reports, and revenue projections. Manage change orders, subcontractor payments, and cost tracking to ensure financial accuracy.
• Scheduling & Coordination:Lead pull planning sessions with the Superintendent,assistinschedule developmentand time impact analyses, and ensure progress aligns with critical milestones.
• Contract & Procurement Administration:Manage procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment.Oversee subcontractor scopes, contracts, and performance standards to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Quality & Compliance:Lead the development of the project quality control program and ensure compliance with specifications and contract documents.
• Safety Leadership:Incorporate safety requirements into subcontract scopes, lead safety orientations, and promote adherence to Balfour Beatty’sZero Harm®principles.
• Communication & Reporting:Prepare monthly owner narratives, coordinate Owner, Architect, Contractor (OAC) meetings, and ensuretimelycommunication between project stakeholders.
• Closeout & Turnover:Manage project closeout documentation, including certificates of occupancy, warranties, and final financial reconciliation. Support the Project Engineer team through turnover and client transition.

MinimumRequirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, ora relatedfield.
• 4–6 years of progressive experience in commercial construction project management.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Proficiencywith project management software (Procore, Primavera P6, Sage 300 CRE, or similar).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience overseeing Project Engineers and Interns.
• Proven ability to lead project meetings and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong client relationshipand negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing small to mid-size commercial projects.

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.