Assistant Project Manager

Woodweb; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Long-term growth opportunities

Job summary

Woodweb in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to drive luxury residential millwork projects from contract award to final installation. Proficiency in AutoCAD is required, and you will coordinate design, fabrication, and installation with a focus on quality and client experience.

You will manage schedules, budgets, and change orders while maintaining profitability and exceptional craftsmanship across multiple bespoke projects.

Qualifications

• Experience managing luxury residential millwork or custom cabinetry.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.
• Proven client-facing communication and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead luxury residential millwork projects from kickoff through close-out.
• Develop detailed schedules, budgets, and work plans.
• Coordinate design development, engineering, fabrication, finishing, delivery and installation.
• Identify risks and resolve issues to protect schedule, quality, and budget.
• Serve as primary contact for homeowners, interior designers, architects, and builders.
• Coordinate installation sequencing with designers, craftsmen, and trades.
• Oversee punch list, final client acceptance and invoicing milestones.

Skills

AutoCAD

Project management

Client-facing communication

Scheduling

Budget tracking

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Project Manager provides a major support role in the execution of high-end, custom residential millwork projects from contract award through final installation. AutoCad skills are required. This role manages complex, detail-driven work for luxury interiors, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship, seamless coordination, and an elevated client experience. The ideal candidate combines strong technical millwork knowledge with polished client-facing skills and the ability to manage multiple bespoke projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Execution
  • Active role in managing luxury residential millwork projects from kickoff through close-out
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and work plans
  • Coordinate all phases including design development, engineering, fabrication, finishing, delivery, and installation
  • Proactively identify risks and resolve issues to maintain schedule, quality, and budget
• Client, Designer & Architect Coordination
  • Serve as primary point of contact for homeowners, interior designers, architects, and builders
  • Lead project meetings and provide clear, professional communication throughout the project lifecycle
  • Manage scope changes, upgrades, and change orders with discretion and transparency
  • Deliver a white-glove client experience aligned with luxury residential expectations
• Technical & Production Oversight
  • Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, and material selections for accuracy and intent
  • Collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams to ensure feasibility and execution of complex details
  • Push to resolve technical challenges related to custom joinery, specialty finishes, and high-end hardware
  • Coordinate field measurements and site conditions critical to residential installations
• Budget & Schedule Control
  • Track project costs, labor, and material expenditures
  • Ensure profitability while maintaining uncompromising quality
  • Manage billing schedules, deposits, and milestone invoicing
  • Communicate schedule impacts clearly and proactively
• Quality & Installation Management
  • Uphold the highest standards of craftsmanship, fit, and finish
  • Conduct quality reviews throughout fabrication and prior to installation
  • Coordinate installation sequencing with builders and other trades
  • Oversee punch list completion and final client acceptance

Required Qualifications

• Project management experience in high-end residential millwork or custom cabinetry
• Deep understanding of luxury residential construction, millwork materials, and finishes
• AuotCad - Ability to read, interpret and edit architectural and interior design drawings
• Proven experience managing complex, one-of-a-kind residential projects
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability
• Proficiency with project management tools and scheduling software

Work Environment

• Office, manufacturing facility, and high-end residential job sites
• Regular coordination with designers, craftsmen, and installation teams
• National travel to job sites as required

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Retirement plan with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term growth opportunities within a luxury millwork firm.