Assistant Project Manager

Garney; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, &

Vision plans

Stock options program

401(k) with match

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

HSA with contributions

Life insurance & disability

Job summary

Garney is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Newport News, Virginia. The role focuses on assisting with project management in water and wastewater construction, including shop drawings review, scheduling, drafting, site surveying, safety oversight, and reporting.

The ideal candidate has a civil/mechanical/construction management background and 4–7 years of construction experience, with willingness to travel. Garney offers strong benefits and opportunities in a growing sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/ mechanical engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 4–7 years of construction experience.
• Willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Process and review shop drawings.
• Work with the project scheduling system.
• Perform detailed drafting.
• Serve as owner and architect/engineer contact.
• Purchase materials.
• Survey construction job site.
• Update as-built documents.
• Oversee job site safety.
• Track, audit, and project labor hours.
• Coordinate subcontractors.
• Complete daily and periodic report updates.

Skills

Project management

Drafting

Scheduling

Site surveying

Safety oversight

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Mechanical Eng or Construction Mgmt

Tools

Project scheduling system

Job description

GARNEY

Assistant Project Manager position is available at Garney. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will have project management experience in the Water and Waste-Water Construction Industry.

What You Will Be Doing

• Process and review shop drawings
• Work with the project scheduling system
• Perform detailed drafting
• Serve as owner and architect/engineer contact
• Purchase materials
• Survey construction job site
• Update as-built documents
• Oversee job site safety
• Track, audit, and project labor hours
• Coordinate subcontractors
• Complete daily and periodic report updates

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or another related field
• 4 -7 years of construction experience
• Willing to travel

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting on your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

Contact Information

If you have questions or would like more information, please email [e-mail] and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

You may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check for this position.