Assistant Project Manager

Landry/French Construction; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Owned

401K

Paid leave

Job summary

Landry/French Construction seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support field operations and project coordination in a dynamic environment.

You will assist with CPM scheduling, submittals, RFIs, and document control while collaborating with owners, A/E teams, and trades to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 2 years construction management experience or related internship.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand contract documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication, and teamwork.
• Proficiency with scheduling concepts and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining CPM schedules.
• Support project manager and superintendent with on-site coordination.
• Prepare meeting agendas and minutes; log and track submittals and RFIs.
• Maintain document control; monitor logs for approvals and changes.
• Coordinate with Owner, A/E, and contractors to meet deadlines.

Skills

Scheduling

Blueprints

Interpersonal

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Bachelors degree (Construction/Architecture)

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

Landry/French Construction is a leading Construction Management Company with a broad portfolio of projects for healthcare, education, life sciences, commercial/corporate, housing, industrial, and research and development clients.

Landry/French has received numerous awards and recognition including ENR’s Top New England Contractors List for the last six; Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Companies in 2025, 2021, 2017 and 2016; and Best Places to Work in Maine for the last 11 consecutive years.

As Assistant Project Manager, you will be responsible for a wide range of activities that support field operations with direct reporting to a Project Manager. You will assist in managing and coordinating all on-site activities and off-site activities pertaining to the job.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development and maintenance of construction project schedules using Critical Path Management (CPM) techniques.
• Assist Superintendent with the implementation of the job site procedures, notifications, signage, supplies, and equipment;
• Assist in identifying and implementing safety procedures on jobsite;
• Assist Project Manager in communicating effectively with the Owner, coordinating team meetings, completing contract documents and reviewing consultant and contractor pay applications;
• Draft meeting agendas for all project meetings;
• Attend all trade meetings and prepare minutes;
• Assist Project Manager in verifying submittal conformity to specs;
• Maintain documents control and distribution of the following, distributing and logging each. (Document control includes reviewing and understanding the documents):
  • Request for Information (RFI)
  • Submittals
  • Contract Documents
  • Project Cost Reports
  • Change Proposals
  • Change Orders
  • Architect’s Supplemental Instructions (ASI)
  • A/E Reports
  • Contract Close-out Documentation (i.e., close-out manual)
  • Punch lists Management
• Manage current and accurate logs for the following (with turnaround times);
  • RFI Logs
  • Submittal Log
  • Document and Plan Distribution Log
  • Permit Log
  • Issues List
  • Change Proposal Log
  • Change Order Log
  • Addenda Log
  • Close Out Log
  • Safety Log
• Obtain an understanding of CTC reports, AIA, G702 & G703 documents.
• Encourage the A/E and contractors to meet deadlines by courteous phone calls and confirming letters/correspondence;
• Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in coordinating the work of each trade;
• Assist Project Manager with review contractor changes;
• Support Project Manager in the preparation of daily and monthly reports;
• Assist in the development of punch lists and the follow-up necessary to ensure timely completion of punch list work;
• Assist Project Manager in obtaining required permits for the work from governmental agencies and in coordinating required inspections by appropriate inspectors;
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience/Education

• 2 years construction management experience.
• Four-year college degree with formal construction engineering technology or architectural training or equivalent building construction experience and summer internship/co-op experience in construction highly desirable.
• Proficient in reading blueprints.
• Must have good interpersonal skills, desire to learn, ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing, proficient with computer applications as required to perform responsibilities.
• A basic understanding of scheduling programs preferred. Knowledge of general contract, subcontract documents, drawings and specifications also desirable. Must have good interpersonal and teamwork skills, desire to learn, ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing. Should be proficient with computer applications as required to perform responsibilities.
• Work effectively as an individual and as an integral part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Word, etc.). Knowledge of Procore a plus.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $70,800 – $106,200, based on experience and qualifications.

The posted salary range reflects the full pay range for this position. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will be commensurate with their relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and education, as well as other job-related factors and internal equity considerations.

BENEFITS

A 100% Employee-Owned Company, Landry/French offers a competitive benefits package including medical and dental insurance; company-paid life insurance; health reimbursement account; 401(K) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan; paid vacation, sick time and holidays (PTO); professional development; tuition reimbursement; on-site fitness facility; civic activities; and a fun, collaborative spirit and workplace.

Landry/French is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status.

Benefits Overview

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

Competitive Salaries

Medical And Dental Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays

401(K) with Generous Company Match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Training

Tuition Reimbursement for Professional Development

Employee Referral Bonus Program for New Recruits

Annual Performance Reviews

Direct Deposit Payroll

On-Site Fitness Facility

Civic Activities

FUN. Collaborative Spirit. Teamwork.