Assistant Project Manager

Carolina Builders & Design; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Builders & Design is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support all phases of construction in North Carolina. The role involves preconstruction, procurement, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and closeout.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to build a long-term career in commercial construction with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3–5 years construction/project management experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Procore and Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and managing multiple construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and owners.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and meeting minutes.
• Assist with estimating, bid solicitation, and procurement.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and cost reports.
• Perform regular site visits to monitor progress and quality.
• Ensure project documentation is maintained in Procore.
• Coordinate inspections, permits, and closeout documentation.
• Help identify and resolve project issues while maintaining timelines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Assistant Project Manager will support all phases of construction, including preconstruction, procurement, project execution, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and project closeout. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to build a long-term career in commercial construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in planning and managing multiple construction projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and owners.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and meeting minutes.
• Assist with estimating, bid solicitation, and procurement.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and cost reports.
• Perform regular site visits to monitor project progress and quality.
• Ensure project documentation is maintained in Procore.
• Coordinate inspections, permits, and closeout documentation.
• Help identify and resolve project issues while maintaining project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of construction or project management experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with Procore.