Assistant Project Manager

oakmi; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) profit sharing

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

oakmi in Traverse City, MI, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to play a vital role in supporting the successful delivery of commercial construction projects. You will assist Project Managers and Superintendents in planning and executing projects while managing schedules and documentation.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3 to 6 years of experience. You'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to quality and safety in every project. Competitive compensation includes salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (preferred).
• 3–6 years of experience supporting commercial construction projects.
• Working knowledge of construction means and methods, schedules, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preconstruction activities, bidding, and procurement.
• Coordinate project documentation including RFIs, submittals, and schedules.
• Support field and office teams by communicating schedule updates.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Coordination skills

Team-oriented mindset

Knowledge of construction methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Engineering or Architecture

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager

Location: Traverse City, MI

Classification: Full Time

Why Build Your Career at Owen‑Ames‑Kimball

At Owen‑Ames‑Kimball, you are not just taking a job. You are joining a team that has spent more than 130 years proving that great buildings are built by great people. We trust our employees to do meaningful work, encourage them to grow, and support them with leaders who value integrity as much as results. We are people who value people, and with an average tenure of 12 years, that is something we live every day.

If you are looking for a place where your voice matters, your contributions are recognized, and your work leaves a mark on communities across Michigan, Colorado, and Florida, there is a place for you at Owen‑Ames‑Kimball.

About this opportunity

Owen‑Ames‑Kimball Co. is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of commercial construction projects by assisting with planning, coordination, and execution from preconstruction through closeout. Based out of our Traverse City, MI, this role partners closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and project stakeholders to help maintain schedules, control costs, manage documentation, and uphold quality and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

What you’ll do

• Assist with preconstruction activities, bidding, subcontracting, and procurement
• Coordinate project documentation including RFIs, submittals, schedules, cost logs, and meeting notes
• Support field and office teams by communicating schedule updates, material needs, and design clarifications
• Track project progress, milestones, and cost projections; support job cost reviews
• Review drawings and specifications to identify issues requiring clarification
• Help manage change orders, pay applications, and budget updates
• Participate in quality reviews, site walks, and safety coordination efforts
• Support project closeout by assembling warranties, punch lists, and turnover documentation

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (preferred)
• 3–6 years of experience supporting commercial construction projects with a general contractor
• Working knowledge of construction means and methods, schedules, contracts, and documentation processes
• Strong communication, organization, and coordination skills
• A team‑oriented mindset with a focus on safety, quality, and client service

The O‑A‑K Advantage

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to salary, 401(k) profit sharing, paid time off, health insurance. You’ll work with a close‑knit, supportive team in a low‑turnover culture where people genuinely enjoy what they do. Our size and values mean your contributions are recognized, your work makes a real impact in the communities we serve, and no two days are the same thanks to a variety of engaging, cross‑departmental tasks. Founded in Grand Rapids in 1891, O‑A‑K is a stable, respected company delivering construction projects annually across Michigan, Colorado, and Florida.

Owen‑Ames‑KimballCo. complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. O‑A‑K does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.