Assistant Project Manager-Construction

CATCON, INC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CATCON, INC. in Milwaukee, WI seeks an Assistant Project Manager - Construction to support the Project Manager and Superintendent on multiple projects.

The role requires resourcefulness, adaptability, and self-motivation to drive successful project outcomes. You will handle site visits, collect and distribute information, assist with resolving field issues, maintain submittal logs, RFIs, schedules, subcontracts, meeting minutes, and project documentation.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in construction management.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred.
• Strong confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with Owners/Clients.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent on assigned project(s), including site visits.
• Assist with gathering and distributing information to stakeholders and team.
• Assist with analyzing and resolving field construction issues.
• Assist with maintaining and reviewing submittal logs.
• Prepare, review, distribute, and maintain RFIs.
• Develop and maintain overall project schedule with the Project Manager’s input.
• Prepare subcontracts and change orders.
• Prepare meeting minutes.
• Scope review subcontractor bids.
• Provide Project Manager subcontract award recommendations.
• Attend meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Complete projects as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

PM software

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Summary: As an Assistant Project Manager - Construction, you will provide daily assistance to the Project Manager and Superintendent on various projects. Your ability to be resourceful, adaptable and self-motivated will lend you to be successful within this role.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent on assigned project(s), including site visits
• Assist with gathering and distributing information to stakeholders and team
• Assist with analyzing and resolving field construction issues
• Assist with maintaining and reviewing submittal logs
• Prepare, review, distribute, and maintain RFIs
• Develop and maintain overall project schedule with the Project Manager’s input
• Prepare subcontracts and change orders
• Prepare meeting minutes
• Scope review subcontractor bids
• Provide Project Manager subcontract award recommendations
• Attend meetings and trainings as assigned
• Complete projects as assigned

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience within Construction Management
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred, but not required
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with Owners/Clients
• Working knowledge of construction management processes and methods
• Familiarity with building products, construction details, and all safety regulations
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
• Self-motivated professional with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, Procore, and other PM software
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day
• Occasionally may need to travel and visit sites in inclement weather
• Reliable transportation