Assistant Project Manager

Ruppert Landscape; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Paid Time off

Medical benefits

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) plan

Flexible work/life balance

Family-oriented company culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape invites applications for an Assistant Project Manager in Jacksonville, FL. The role supports the project team from initial setup through project closeout, coordinating subcontractors, schedules, and field operations.

You will assist with documentation, submittals, RFIs and change orders, ensuring accurate billing and receivables while maintaining strong client relationships and quality control on site.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Landscape Construction background and/or experience.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, Landscape Construction details, and specification.
• Ability to negotiate price, terms, and schedule with vendors and customers.
• Ability to build strong relationships with co-workers, vendors, and customers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Basic understanding of business math, accounting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage large or specialty Landscape Construction projects including preparation with submittals, RFI’s, and change orders.
• Managing communication with sub-contractors and onsite customers.
• Overseeing projects through the warranty period.
• Implementing projects while reporting weekly/monthly billing.
• Assisting with collecting receivables.
• Building relationships with architects, vendors, and clientele.
• Coordinate with operations and internal management teams.
• Scheduling manpower and equipment resources.
• Assist the Project Manager with monthly financial closeout.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Landscape construction

Blueprints

Vendor negotiation

Relationship building

Organizational skills

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

Position at Ruppert Landscape Construction

General Description

Ruppert Landscape is a commercial landscape Landscape Construction and management company, a family-owned and employee-owned business, headquartered in Montgomery County, MD, with operations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Texas, Delaware, and Tennessee. Our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take excellent care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Responsibilities

• Manage large or specialty Landscape Construction projects including preparation with submittals, RFI’s, and change orders
• Managing communication with sub-contractors and onsite customers
• Overseeing projects through the warranty period
• Implementing projects while reporting weekly/monthly billing
• Assisting with collecting receivables
• Building relationships with architects, vendors, and clientele
• Coordinate with operations and internal management teams
• Scheduling manpower and equipment resources
• Assist the Project Manager with monthly financial closeout

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Landscape Construction background and/or experience
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, Landscape Construction details, and specification
• Ability to negotiate price, terms, and schedule with vendors and customers
• Ability to build strong relationships with co-workers, vendors, and customers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Basic understanding of business math, accounting, and financial reporting

What We Provide

• Competitive salary
• On-the-job training
• Paid Time off
• Medical benefits with dental and vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible work/life balance
• Family-oriented company culture

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.