Assistant Project Manager

Thrive-Construction-LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health benefits

Philanthropy & engagement

Parental leave

Job summary

Thrive Construction in Columbus, OH is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Managers through preconstruction, active construction, and closeout. You will manage submittals, RFIs, changes, and meeting minutes while helping build large-scale, mixed-use developments.

The role focuses on learning the business of building, progressing toward a Project Manager position, and coordinating with trade partners to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent construction experience will be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Microsoft productivity tools; Procore experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preconstruction: review drawings, flag conflicts, assist with budgets and design reviews.
• Draft scopes of work and Trade Partner contracts; assist project manager in negotiations.
• Manage submittals and RFIs; maintain aging reports and track items to resolution.
• Record and distribute meeting minutes; participate in daily huddle with construction team.
• Assist the Project Manager with budget and schedule tracking; monitor cost and schedule impacts.
• Closeout: organize warranty documentation and upload project records.

Skills

Read drawings

Submittals

RFIs

Change orders

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Procore

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION MANAGERJOB DESCRIPTIONAt Thrive we believe in building places people are proud to call home. Thrive Companies is a vertically integrated real estate developer focused on large-scale, mixed-use communities. Our developments seamlessly integrate residential, commercial, and lifestyle spaces with exceptional service to create vibrant, inclusive environments where individuals and businesses can thrive.POSITION SUMMARYThe Assistant Project Manager supports Thrive’s Project Managers across the full life of a project — from preconstruction through active construction and closeout. Working side by side with the Construction team, the Assistant Project Manager keeps the details that move a project forward organized and current: scopes and contracts, submittals, RFIs, change orders, meeting minutes, and project reporting. Many of the responsibilities mirror those of a Project Manager, which makes this a deliberate growth role: it is built for someone ready to learn the business of building and eventually step into a Project Manager position.REPORTS TO: Project ManagerABOUT THRIVE CONSTRUCTIONThrive Construction is built on a shared devotion to creating meaningful relationships — the kind that make us better people and fill our lives with authenticity. We are inspired by our work and by our ability to build for people looking for a community: a place to call home, neighbors to build lasting friendships with, and a place to create memories for a lifetime.RESPONSIBILITIES, EXPECTATIONS, AND DUTIESPreconstructionConduct page turns and design reviews of drawings and specifications, flagging conflicts, gaps, and constructability concerns early.Review selections for completeness and alignment with the project budget and design intent.Assist with estimating and project budget development.Draft scopes of work and Trade Partner contracts, and assist the Project Manager in contract negotiations.Prepare safety and SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) requirements ahead of mobilization.Issue new job start notifications to the appropriate internal teams and Trade Partners.Active ConstructionManage submittals from receipt through approval, maintaining the submittal aging report and tracking every item to resolution.Manage RFIs, maintaining the RFI aging report and following up so open questions don’t hold up the work.Record and distribute meeting minutes for weekly coordination meetings, and participate in the daily huddle with the Construction team.Assist the Project Manager with budget and schedule tracking.Track and monitor escalation, keeping the Project Manager informed of potential cost and schedule impacts.Prepare, track, and process change orders.Support ongoing safety and SWPPP compliance throughout construction.Document and track job site orientations.Coordinate deliveries and receiving, verifying materials against orders.Prepare project reports as needed.CloseoutIssue job closeout notifications.Compile and organize warranty documentation.Track closeout paperwork and upload all documents to the project record.Trade Partner RelationshipsServe as a consistent point of communication for Trade Partners, treating each with respect and transparency at every stage of the build.Help resolve conflicts with Trade Partners through clear communication and mutual respect, escalating to the Project Manager when needed.Technology and AdministrationUse Thrive’s technology platforms for project documentation, tracking, and communication.Manage digital storage of project files, keeping documentation organized, accurate, and current.Growth and DevelopmentWork alongside the Project Manager to build the skills and judgment needed to advance into a Project Manager role.Contribute ideas on how the department and the company can improve.Perform other duties as assigned.SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree or associate’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience will be considered.Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.Familiarity with submittals, RFIs, and change orders preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills.Effective time management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.Experience with Microsoft productivity tools preferred but not required.Procore experience preferred but not required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAble to walk active job sites and climb stairs in buildings of up to five stories during site visits.BENEFITSRetirement plan and company matchFull suite of health benefitsPhilanthropic opportunities and engagementParental and family leave