Assistant Project Manager - ($10M+ Commercial Builds)

Michael Page; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual performance bonuses

Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with match

Vehicle or mileage allowance

Tools, PPE, and tech resources

Job summary

A leading general contractor in Indianapolis is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support project delivery from planning to closeout. This role involves coordinating subcontractors and managing budgets, ensuring quality standards are met while fostering a collaborative team culture. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of relevant construction experience. Strong communication and organization skills are essential. This position offers a competitive salary of up to $100K and fast-track growth opportunities to Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of commercial, educational, multifamily, or institutional construction experience, ideally with a general contractor.
• Skilled in reading drawings, managing multiple priorities, and ensuring safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in planning and scheduling all phases of construction projects.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement and performance tracking.
• Monitor project budgets and cost reports, flagging variances.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Construction methods knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Overview

As an Assistant Project Manager you will support project delivery from planning to closeout, coordinating subcontractors, schedules, budgets, and documentation. They assist with procurement, RFIs, change orders, and safety compliance, while ensuring quality standards are met. The role requires strong communication, organization, and problem-solving to keep projects on time and on budget.

Client Details

My client is a mid-sized, employee-owned general contractor with a true family feel, where everyone has each other's back. Currently doing $225M in yearly revenue, they foster a team-centric culture that values both collaboration and autonomy, giving employees the freedom to shape their own growth and define what success looks like for them. Specializing in commercial, industrial, education, and municipal projects. There is a clear proven track to Project Manager.

Description

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Support the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all phases of construction projects.
• Run the project with the Project Manager and have experience running them yourself
• Assist with subcontractor procurement, scope review, contract preparation, and performance tracking.
• Maintain and update project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and daily logs.
• Monitor project budgets and cost reports, flagging variances and assisting with corrective actions.
• Coordinate material orders, deliveries, and inspections to keep the schedule on track.
• Communicate regularly with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve issues.
• Help enforce safety protocols and quality control standards on-site.
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Support project closeout activities including punch lists, warranty documentation, and turnover packages.

Profile

Successful Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of commercial, educational, multifamily, or institutional construction experience, ideally with a general contractor.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and trades, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Procore.
• Skilled in reading drawings, managing multiple priorities, communicating with project stakeholders, and solving problems with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.

Job Offer

Offer Details:

• Competitive base salary up to $100K, plus annual performance bonuses.
• Fast‑track growth to Project Manager with strong professional development support.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.
• Vehicle or mileage allowance, along with tools, PPE, and tech resources for efficient project management.

Discrimination Statement

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.