Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Drywall)

New Dominion Construction, LLC; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical plans (4 options + HSA)

Dental & Vision

Voluntary benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

New Dominion Construction, LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Drywall) to support coordination, management, and execution of commercial drywall projects. You will help with documentation, communication, and scheduling to ensure project success.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts and drawings, coordinating procurement, tracking change orders, updating schedules, and maintaining client communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in construction project coordination or related roles preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing project contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Support material procurement and coordinate deliveries with vendors and field staff.
• Track and document change orders and cost impacts.
• Update project schedules and monitor progress.
• Assist with budget tracking and cost analysis.
• Prepare and distribute project documentation and reports.
• Coordinate with field personnel to support daily operations.
• Participate in client meetings and maintain professional communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Attention to detail

Construction documents understanding

MS Office & PM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

2+ years experience in construction coordination

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Company Values

Service

• Create excellent experiences for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Recognize your role and seek collective success through collaboration.

Integrity

• Do the right thing always, even when it's difficult.
• Treat yourself, the company, and others with respect.
• Be a person of your word and uplift team morale.

Accountability

• Take the initiative to do what's necessary to succeed.
• Exercise forethought and planning to achieve intended outcomes.
• Safety is the expectation and priority in all our businesses.

Expertise

• Elevate your skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional results with confidence.
• Increase your value to the team and capitalize on NDC's growth opportunities.

Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Drywall)

Summary/Objective

Assist Project Managers in the coordination, management, and execution of commercial drywall construction projects. Ensures proper documentation, communication, and scheduling to support project success.

Primary Job Responsibilities

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

• Assist in reviewing project contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Support material procurement and coordinate deliveries with vendors and field staff.
• Track and document change orders and cost impacts.
• Update project schedules and monitor progress.
• Assist with budget tracking and cost analysis.
• Prepare and distribute project documentation and reports.
• Coordinate with field personnel to support daily operations.
• Participate in client meetings and maintain professional communication.

Other Responsibilities

• Support safety compliance by helping ensure all site activities adhere to company safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager.

Competencies, Skills, Abilities, Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic understanding of construction documents and terminology.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in both a professional office and construction site setting. The role may require visits to active construction sites with exposure to uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, and construction noise.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position may require long periods of sitting and looking at a computer screen, using the phone and other technology. Occasional walking through construction sites is required.

Expected Hours of Work

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexibility depending on project needs.

Travel

Some local travel to job sites is required, approximately 5%.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred, or 2+ years of experience in construction project coordination or support roles.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must be able to get a background check and drug test.

Work Authorization

Must be eligible to work in the United States.
(Some positions, based on contract stipulations, may require U.S. citizenship)

HUBZone REQUIREMENT

As a Federal contractor, NDC must meet HUBZone employee requirements when bidding for government contracts. By clicking the link below, you can check if your home zip code falls in a HUBZone area:

https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/hubzone-program#id-hubzone-map

Company Benefits Package

• Competitive salary based on related experience.
• 4 Medical Plan Options through United Healthcare (including an HSA plan), dental, vision through Principal.
• Voluntary benefits: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability
• Company paid Group-Term-Life & AD & D.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Position Location Varies based on the candidate's state location.
• NDC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran or family status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

This policy extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, use of facilities, participation in NDC-sponsored activities, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range for this position is $75k - $95k a year (MidAtlantic Region). This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. As a result, starting pay may vary within the posted range.

The Company reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits programs in accordance with applicable laws and business needs.