Assistant Project Manager

The Macallan Group; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Macallan Group’s Macallan Works in Marietta, GA is seeking a full-time Construction Assistant Project Manager to support the Superintendent/Project Manager on assigned projects. This role coordinates meetings, tracks budgets and schedules, and collaborates with subcontractors and clients to ensure project success.

You will develop schedules, prepare status reports, manage RFIs and submittals, and maintain document control and closeout activities on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction management principles, practices and budgeting.
• Excellent written, verbal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications (preferred).
• Meticulous data quality and calendar/database management.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate project coordination meetings and oversee technical aspects of the project.
• Allocate resources, approve expenditures, and maintain accurate project records.
• Develop and maintain schedules with input from the Superintendent.
• Prepare status reports and monitor budgets, contractors and schedules.
• Prepare RFIs, submittals, and logs; track changes and pricing.

Skills

Construction management

Budgeting

Plan reading

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building Science/Construction Management/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Macallan Works is a specialty contractor that is part of The Macallan Group portfolio of companies, based in Marietta, Georgia. We are looking for a full‑time Construction Assistant Project Manager. Our client portfolio includes historic restorations, senior living, municipal facilities, tenant build‑outs and residential renovations. The Assistant Project Manager supports the Superintendent/Project Manager on an assigned project, performs routine daily activities and assists in gathering and distributing information to team members.

What you get to do

• Facilitate project coordination meetings and other forms of communication, while overseeing and coordinating the technical aspects of the project.
• Allocate project resources appropriately; approves expenditures; employee contractor contracts. Keep an accurate record and electronic database of all elements of the projects.
• Participate in pre‑construction meetings/services.
• Develop and maintain schedule with Superintendent input.
• Prepare status reports and regularly monitor budgets, contractors and schedules.
• Analyze and resolve field construction issues.
• Prepare, review and distribute RFIs and maintain RFI log.
• Prepare, review and distribute submittal packages and maintain submittal log.
• Track and prepare pricing for change order related issues.
• Maintain job material delivery and equipment rental log.
• Maintain job files and as‑builts.
• Maintain thorough understanding of contract documents and subcontracts.
• Prepare meeting minutes for all job meetings.
• Complete required tasks daily: timesheets, purchase orders, work orders, daily paperwork package and collecting subcontractor daily job reports.
• Weekly project photos.
• Inspect/verify material deliveries.
• Manage project closeout and obtain all warranties required for final acceptance.
• Maintain and coordinate punch list with Superintendent.
• Ensure company procedures and standards are maintained.
• Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but will require travel to and visit a Client's office, production facility or industrial/construction job site.
• Other duties assigned.

What we're looking for

• Knowledge in construction management principles, practices and methods, project management methods, workplace safety and budgeting.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Reading and understanding building plans, contracts, regulations and specs (preferred).
• Must have meticulous attention to detail to ensure data quality standards.
• Must be able to maintain calendars and databases.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and thrive in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Able to work independently.
• Must have professional approach and conduct.
• An appetite for learning, and the ability to improve existing processes through new ideas and innovations.
• Flexibility – you work well under pressure and adapt quickly to different situations and demands.
• Perspective and a positive attitude.

Ideal candidates will have

• Bachelor's degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent degree (required).
• Minimum 2 years experience working in the construction industry.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Experience with critical path scheduling.
• AutoCAD experience highly desirable.
• Experience in working with multiple discipline projects.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of construction code, laws, regulations and standards.