Assistant Project Manager — Civil Construction with Per Diem Travel

The Contractor Consultants; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance bonuses

Paid training & certifications

Paid time off

Job summary

Southern Contracting, LLC is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of heavy civil construction projects. You will work with Project Managers and Superintendents to review plans, manage submittals, coordinate schedules, vendors, and subcontractors, and prepare field reports for leadership.

The role targets recent graduates or early-career professionals with a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, offering hands-on growth toward leadership and potential

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required to meet federal project requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required; Construction Management is a preferred alternative.
• 1 year of experience in heavy civil construction is preferred, though strong graduates may apply.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans and specifications to ensure accuracy in construction.
• Review and manage project submittals.
• Generate purchase orders and track material deliveries.
• Support project scheduling and subcontractor coordination.
• Prepare and organize daily field reports for leadership review.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and client requirements.
• Provide general support to Project Managers and Superintendents.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree (preferred)

Job description

Southern Contracting, LLC is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of heavy civil construction projects. You will work with Project Managers and Superintendents to review plans, manage submittals, coordinate schedules, vendors, and subcontractors, and prepare field reports for leadership.

The role targets recent graduates or early-career professionals with a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, offering hands-on growth toward leadership and potential