Assistant Project Manager

Socket.dev; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Dental, & Health Coverage

401(k) with up to 4% Company Match

Company-paid Life and Disability Ins.

Student Loan Assistance

15 PTO Days

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

McShane Construction seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support multi-family, industrial, and commercial projects in Madison, WI. You will assist with proposals, schedules, controls, and quality processes, while learning to lead projects under a PM.

The role emphasizes safety, budget adherence, and collaboration with field teams. The position requires a 3+ year background in construction management, a degree in a related field, and the ability to work on-site split between the local office

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in construction management.
• Knowledge of project controls, construction methods, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Ability to use or learn construction management software (CMiC, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, MS Project, Primavera P6).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preconstruction activities, including proposals review and preliminary schedules.
• Support project controls by handling contracts, change orders, and risk plans.
• Help develop and update project schedules; monitor progress against milestones.
• Support quality management by implementing standards and addressing issues from inspections.
• Promote site safety; enforce Safety Program and conduct audits.

Skills

Construction management experience

Safety regulations knowledge

Driver's license

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or related field

Tools

CMiC

Bluebeam

Salus

PlanGrid

MS Project

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

McShane Construction is looking for an Assistant Project Manager!

As Assistant Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality multi-family, industrial, or commercial construction projects, while building skills to eventually lead projects as Project Manager. Through the entire project lifecycle, you’ll learn industry best practices for ensuring safety, timeliness, and adherence to budgets and quality standards.

Company Benefits

• Vision, Dental, & Health Coverage
• 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance
• 15 PTO Days
• Paid Parental Leave

Responsibilities

Preconstruction

• Assist with and learn to review proposals, bid analysis, constructability reviews, and preliminary project schedules.

Project Controls

• Assist with analyzing and managing owner contracts, ensuring compliance with claim provisions.
• Prepare purchase orders, subcontracts, and risk mitigation plans during buyout phases.
• Administer project control documents to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Assist with subcontractor and owner changes.

Schedule Management

• Develop or assist with the preparation of project schedules and updates.

Quality Management

• Advocate for project excellence by assisting with the implementation of quality standards.
• Rectify items identified in monthly consultant inspection reports.

Safety

• Champion a culture of safety by enforcing the company’s Safety Program and ensuring site-specific safety plans are completed.
• Conduct job site safety audits and recommend corrective actions at weekly coordination meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in construction management
• Knowledge of project controls and construction methods, building codes, and safety regulations
• Ability to use or learn construction management software (CMiC, Bluebeam, Salus, PlanGrid, MS Project, Primavera P6)
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite
• Full-time, in-person role split between the local office and assigned jobsite.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.

McShane Construction, established in 1984, is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family, industrial, commercial, and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business, we are committed to integrity, innovation, and collaboration, offering a rewarding career environment. With headquarters in Rosemont, IL, and regional offices in Auburn, AL, Madison, WI, Nashville, TN, and Phoenix, AZ, our impact spans nationwide.

McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.