Assistant Project Manager

Blue Signal Search; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Client is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to build a foundation in construction leadership, gaining exposure to field execution and project controls. The role offers hands-on experience, growing ownership, and clear paths for advancement within the industry.

You will work with project teams across field and office disciplines, coordinating trade partners, tracking site activity, and maintaining safety and quality standards while supporting planning, budgeting, and vendor management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of construction methods and field operations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate trade partners, track site activity, and uphold safety and quality standards.
• Maintain organized project records including submittals, RFIs, and drawings.
• Assist with project planning and coordination to meet deadlines.
• Support financial tracking and reporting for project performance.
• Assist with bid materials, submissions, and vendor/subcontractor agreements.
• Support estimating by developing cost information and reporting.
• Identify potential scope changes and document schedule/contract/financial impact.
• Review project information and assist coordination and issue resolution.
• Communicate with stakeholders supporting reporting, changes, and payments.
• Assist from setup through handoff, leveraging industry tools for coordination.
• Spend significant time on active project sites and travel as needed.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree prep/education

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Willingness to learn

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering

Job description

Our client is an established industry leader supporting diverse projects across multiple sectors. They are looking for an Assistant Project Manager who is ready to build a strong foundation in construction leadership while gaining meaningful exposure to both field execution and project controls. This opportunity offers hands‑on exposure, growing ownership, and a strong foundation for continued advancement within the industry.

This Role Offers

• Hands on experience supporting active construction projects from startup through final turnover.
• Direct exposure to experienced project managers, superintendents, design professionals, trade partners, and clients.
• A supportive environment for continued growth across both operational and project-focused areas.
• Proven expertise managing project timelines, budgets, vendor sourcing, compliance, workplace safety, technical alignment, and records administration.
• Utilizes advanced building technology and jobsite resources to streamline execution and improve project outcomes.
• Clear opportunities for professional advancement as industry expertise and leadership capabilities grow.

Focus

• Support field leadership by coordinating trade partners, tracking site activity, and helping maintain strong safety and quality standards.
• Maintain organized project records, including submittals, RFIs, drawing revisions, meeting notes, and field markups.
• Support project planning and coordination efforts to help maintain progress and meet key deadlines.
• Support financial tracking and reporting efforts to help maintain project performance and budget alignment.
• Support project sourcing efforts by assembling bid materials, reviewing submissions, and managing vendor and subcontractor agreements within designated work areas.
• Support estimating activities by developing cost information and maintaining accurate reporting throughout construction.
• Identify potential scope changes and help document their schedule, contractual, and financial impact.
• Review project information, identify potential concerns, and support coordination and issue resolution throughout the project.
• Communicate with project stakeholders as assigned, supporting reporting, payment documentation, change requests, and issue resolution.
• Assist with key project activities from initial setup through final completion and handoff.
• Leverage industry tools and technology to support project coordination, communication, and overall efficiency.
• Spend significant time supporting active project sites and travel as project assignments require.

Skill Set

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of construction methods, field operations, safety practices, equipment, and project delivery processes.
• Strong ability to navigate and interpret key project plans, requirements, and supporting information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and project details.
• Eagerness to build knowledge across key areas of project planning, coordination, and execution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative approach to working with field and office teams.
• Demonstrated ability to assess challenges and contribute to practical, timely solutions
• Comfortable learning construction management software, scheduling platforms, digital field documentation tools, and related technology.
• Willingness to learn quickly, accept feedback, and continuously develop construction and leadership capabilities.