Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Projects - D.C.

Michael Page; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Certification support

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Michael Page, on behalf of a top contractor in the DMV region, seeks an Assistant Project Manager to join a growing, collaborative team. You will support PMs, superintendents, and project teams across education, healthcare, housing, civic and commercial sectors in delivering projects on time and within budget.

The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, budgeting, coordination with subcontractors, and thorough documentation. A strong benefits package accompanies the opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience with a general contractor.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in Procore or other project management software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning and administration of construction projects.
• Support project scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to meet milestones.
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project reports.
• Monitor project progress and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Assist with procurement and material tracking.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Support closeout activities, including punch lists and final documentation.

Skills

Project management

Reading drawings

Procore

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Job description

A top contractor within the DMV region is looking for a dedicated Assistant Project Manager to join their team! They APM will be responsible for collaborating with Project Managers, Superintendents and more to ensure projects across various sectors are done on time and within budget!

Our client is an established and award winning commercial general contractor in the Washington, DC market is continuing to grow its team after nearly 20 years in business. With more than $145M in annual revenue and 130+ employees, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality projects across education, healthcare, affordable housing, civic, institutional, and commercial sectors. The company offers a collaborative and people focused culture with a strong emphasis on professional development, career growth, work life balance, and employee autonomy. Employees have access to excellent benefits, including 100% paid health insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, generous PTO, flexible work arrangements, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. The company has more than doubled in size over the past several years, expanded its presence throughout the DMV, and continues to invest heavily in its people and community impact. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization that offers the resources of a larger contractor while maintaining a close knit and supportive culture.

Description

The Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Projects - D.C. will be responsible for:

• Assisting Project Managers with the planning and administration of construction projects.
• Supporting project scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking activities.
• Coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure project milestones are met.
• Reviewing contracts, drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Preparing and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project reports.
• Monitoring project progress and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Assisting with procurement and material tracking.
• Participating in project meetings and maintain accurate records.
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards, company policies, and project requirements.
• Supporting closeout activities, including punch lists and final documentation.

Profile

The Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Projects - D.C. should have:

• 3+ years of project management experience with a general contractor
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project management principles
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in Procore or other project management softwares
• Strong organizational, anylatical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively

Job Offer

The Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Projects - D.C. may receive:

• Competitive base salary up to $95k (depending on previous experience)
• 100% covered healthcare
• 401(k) with match
• 20 days PTO + paid holidays
• Wellness support + tuition reimbursement
• Opportunity to join a growing, collaborative general contractor
  

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