Assistant Project Manager

92 Archer Western Construction, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for its transportation division near Columbia, SC. You will support project planning, scheduling, and coordination while ensuring safety, budget control, and proactive change management.

The role focuses on coaching and guiding Project Engineers and coordinating with subcontractors to deliver outcomes that meet quality standards. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of construction project experience, a preferred Bachelor’s degree, and a talent

Qualifications

• 4+ years in project management or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Construction experience preferred.
• Ability to lead teams and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Project planning, scheduling and coordination
• Safety and quality control management
• Accurate forecasting and management of budgets
• Change order management
• Managing critical subcontractors
• Manage Project Engineers
• Resolution of problems involving labor disputes, material delivery and contract administration
• Maintain vehicle, equipment, and tools management

Skills

4+ years exp

Construction know-how

Relationship building

People leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our transportation division near the Columbia, SC area. Does the idea of working on interesting and complex projects bring you joy? Are you challenged by making meaningful impact? Do you love solving problems by thinking creatively and trying new things? Are you an up-and-coming manager who always wants to do better? If so, we’ve got what you’re looking for! Walsh Assistant Project Managers hunt for better ways of doing things. They are great listeners and soak up information in order to make better decisions. When they see potential in others, and they invest in it. They are on a journey to be the next generation of impactful leaders! As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers. Walsh is a company where, when you work hard, you will be recognized.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project planning, scheduling and coordination
• Safety and quality control management
• Accurate forecasting and management of budgets
• Change order management
• Managing critical subcontractors
• Manage Project Engineers
• Resolution of problems involving labor disputes, material delivery and contract administration
• Maintain vehicle, equipment, and tools management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous construction experience preferred
• Ability to establish relationships and lead peopleSpecific roles may require relocation

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

Founded in 1898, The Walsh Group is a fourth-generation family-owned business providing design, build, finance and operation services for a wide variety of construction projects. We are consistently listed among the largest contractors in the United States, operating out of 21 strategically located regional offices across North America. Our three companies are united by a shared dedication to exceptional customer service, while upholding the highest standards of ethics, quality and safety.