Assistant Project Manager

IMC Construction Career Center; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Newark, Delaware. You will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams to support all phases of a project, from preconstruction through closeout.

This role offers exposure to project management, cost control, and client interaction as you grow your career. The position focuses on coordinating scope, schedule, and budget with internal teams and trade partners, while helping with bid packaging, buyout, and budget

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing projects from post-bid through closeout, helping ensure alignment between scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations.
• Support project team in driving coordination across internal teams and trade partners.
• Help bid packaging, scope review, and the buyout process to avoid gaps or overlaps.
• Assist in developing and tracking project budgets, monitoring cost performance, and supporting change management.
• Assist in maintaining the project schedule in collaboration with the Superintendent and Project Manager.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal team members.
• Support field leadership on safety plans and promote a safe jobsite.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Skills

Project coordination

Cost control

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

At IMC Construction, our Assistant Project Managers play a key role in keeping projects organized and moving forward. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams to support all phases of a project, from preconstruction through closeout.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has a solid foundation in construction and is ready to take the next step in their career by getting more exposure to project management, cost control, and client interaction.

What You’ll Do

Support Project Execution:

Assist in managing projects from post-bid through closeout, helping ensure alignment between scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations. Support the project team in driving coordination across internal teams and trade partners.

Assist with Preconstruction & Buyout:

Work with Estimating and Project Management to support bid packaging, scope review, and the buyout process. Help ensure subcontractor scopes are complete and coordinated to avoid gaps or overlaps.

Support Financial Management:

Assist in developing and tracking project budgets, monitoring cost performance, and supporting change management efforts. Help review subcontractor invoices and contribute to the preparation of owner pay applications.

Support Schedule & Coordination:

Assist in maintaining the project schedule in collaboration with the Superintendent and Project Manager. Help coordinate materials, trades, and project logistics to keep work progressing as planned.

Build Strong Relationships:

Maintain positive working relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal team members. Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal interactions.

Support Safety Efforts:

Work with field leadership and Safety to uphold IMC’s “Safety First” culture. Support the implementation and consistent execution of project-specific safety plans to promote a safe jobsite.

Contribute to Team Success:

Support team in day-to-day project activities. Take initiative, stay organized, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.