Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Invoke Staffing; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k)

Mentorship and career path to Project/

Job summary

Invoke Staffing is assisting a central North Carolina general contractor in Sanford to hire an Assistant Project Manager. You will support Project Managers from preconstruction through closeout, handling documentation, subcontracts, bid review, and owner communications to keep projects on track.

The role is ideal for someone early in construction who wants a clear path to Project Manager, with hands-on site exposure, a mentoring environment, and diverse project types across commercial and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent field experience.
• 1–3 years of experience with a commercial general contractor or internships.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organization and follow-through across multiple projects at once.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Procore/Bluebeam is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support PMs with project setup, budgets, schedules, and cost tracking.
• Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes.
• Help solicit, level, and review subcontractor bids and scopes of work.
• Draft subcontracts and purchase orders; track insurance and compliance documents.
• Review drawings and specifications to identify conflicts and coordination issues.
• Process subcontractor pay applications and support owner billing.
• Coordinate with superintendents, architects, engineers, owners, and inspectors.
• Visit job sites regularly to monitor progress, quality, and safety.
• Manage punch lists, O&M manuals, warranties, and project closeout.

Skills

Project coordination

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Reading drawings and specs

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Sanford, NC | Full-time, On-site | $80,000–$100,000

About the Company

Our client is an established, full-service commercial general contractor serving central North Carolina. They deliver public and private projects ranging from tenant upfits and renovations to multimillion-dollar builds, including institutional and government work. They’re a close-knit team that values relationships, accountability, and quality craftsmanship.

The Role

We’re looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support Project Managers from preconstruction through closeout. You’ll be hands-on with documentation, subcontractors, and owners, and you’ll learn every side of running a commercial project. It’s an ideal role for someone early in their construction career who wants a clear path to Project Manager.

What You’ll Do

• Support PMs with project setup, budgets, schedules, and cost tracking
• Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes
• Help solicit, level, and review subcontractor bids and scopes of work
• Draft subcontracts and purchase orders; track insurance and compliance documents
• Review drawings and specifications to identify conflicts and coordination issues
• Process subcontractor pay applications and support owner billing
• Coordinate with superintendents, architects, engineers, owners, and inspectors
• Visit job sites regularly to monitor progress, quality, and safety
• Manage punch lists, O&M manuals, warranties, and project closeout

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent field experience
• 1–3 years of experience with a commercial general contractor (internships count)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organization and follow-through across multiple projects at once
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar is a plus
• Familiarity with public/government contracting or renovation work is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites in central NC

What’s Offered

• Salary: $70,000–$90,000, based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)
• Mentorship and a real path to Project Manager
• Diverse mix of commercial, institutional, and renovation projects