Assistant Project Manager

Superior Construction; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Construction in Tampa, FL is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support daily management and coordination of heavy civil projects, reporting to the Project Manager to meet schedule and cost objectives. The role includes planning, budgeting, and coordinating subcontractors while ensuring safety and quality on site.

The position involves mentoring junior staff, maintaining project records, and liaising with management to optimize strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction science/management.
• 5+ years of heavy highway experience; 2+ years in progressive PM.
• Self-starter who works well independently.
• Field-based project execution experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Safety Trained Supervisor Construction Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and adjusting project plans, staffing, equipment, and timelines.
• Review invoices, payments, and cost reports; identify variances and claims.
• Ensure accurate project records: daily reports, logs, minutes.
• Manage project budget and change orders; monitor cost performance.
• Mentor project engineers and interns; enforce policies.
• Coordinate subcontractors and vendors; ensure timely payments.
• Represent company professionally in negotiations; uphold safety standards.

Skills

Self-starter

Strong communication

Field-based execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction science

5+ years heavy highway; 2+ years PM

Tools

Viewpoint

Job description

Job Description

Summary/Objective

The Assistant Project Manager reports to and is responsible for assisting the Project Manager with the daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of the project(s) to meet schedule and cost objectives with respect to contracting, scheduling, construction coordination and contract administration functions.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Collaborate with management to develop and adjust project plans, staffing, equipment, and timelines. Continuously evaluate and improve execution strategies throughout the project.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents and payment terms. Review and approve invoices, subcontractor payments, and cost reports, identifying variances and potential claims.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all project records, including daily reports, logs, photos, and meeting minutes.
• Manage the project budget, monitor cost performance, optimize work methods, and ensure proper documentation and submission of change orders and claims.
• Mentor project engineers, interns, and enforce company policies across the team.
• Negotiate, coordinate, and oversee subcontractors and vendors, ensuring timely payments and resolution of disputes or changes.
• Represent the company professionally in all interactions, maintaining strong relationships and handling negotiations with integrity.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety standards, ensuring a safe work environment across all project activities.

Other

• Foster and maintain a safe work environment
• Ability to work well under pressure with a sense of urgency and thoroughness
• All other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Diversity and inclusion
• Teamwork orientation
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Supervisory Requirements

This position will have direct reports and supervisory requirements.

Work Environment

Additionally, a pressurized environment is the norm.

Employee will be working on heavy civil and highway construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to navigate rugged terrain, climb substantial heights, and work over and on water.

The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multilimbed coordination. The employee must have excellent stamina.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position. This position sometimes requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel

This role could require regional travel within the assigned Division.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction science and or construction management
• 5+ years of heavy highway experience; 2+ years of progressive project management experience preferred
• Self-starter who works well independently
• Field-based project execution experience
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Safety Trained Supervisor Construction Certification

Preferred Education and Experience

• Viewpoint experience a plus
• Knowledge of estimating process

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver’s license prior to employment.

OUR MISSION AND VISION

We are an American family-owned and operated heavy civil contractor dedicated to providing innovative solutions to help meet the nation’s growing infrastructure needs.

To be America’s preferred heavy civil contractor, expanding our markets and services while staying true to our family-oriented culture and fostering an environment where our employees can prosper.

Our Core Values:

• Family
• Safety
• Integrity
• Innovation
• Commitment
• Empowerment

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Upon hire, you will be provided with a copy of your specific job description. Please note job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

THE COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT-WILL.” QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES WHO, BECAUSE OF A PHYSICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENT THAT SIGNIFICANTLY LIMITS A MAJOR LIFE ACTIVITY, REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION SHOULD NOTIFY THEIR MANAGER OR HUMAN RESOURCES.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources.

Superior Construction provides equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.