Assistant Project Manager (Construction)

GM Hill Engineering; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Hill Engineering seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, pursuit, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of construction projects in the Washington, DC market. The role reports to the Project Manager and involves coordination across design/build, design/bid/build, general construction, and self-performed trades.

The APM will assist with pursuits, bid support, schedule development, subcontract management, permits, and monthly invoicing while maintaining safety and quality

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of construction experience (field engineer, project engineer, estimator, or foreman) OR 10+ years in senior roles such as Superintendent, SSHO, or Quality Control Manager.
• Experience with DoD or civilian agencies preferred; Procore, MS Office, Excel, Word, MS Project, Outlook desired; Timberline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project pursuits and bidding, including subcontractor outreach, general conditions estimates, self-perform takeoffs, and schedule support.
• Help develop and maintain project schedules and support timely project execution.
• Coordinate project schedule and tasks with the Superintendent, QA/QC, and SSHO.
• Review project documents and ensure compliance with plans, specifications, codes, safety, and company policies.
• Communicate project scope, contract requirements, and plan intent to internal staff and subcontractors.
• Prepare and review subcontract scopes, contracts, purchase orders, and contract changes.
• Assist with obtaining required permits, licenses, and approvals.
• Support development of construction work plans, schedules, QCP, APP, EPP, AHAs, lift plans, and similar documentation.
• Assist with monthly invoicing and client billing processes.
• Prepare weekly SITREPs for safety, schedule, quality, progress, and client updates.
• Work with CQM to implement quality control programs.
• Help strategize solutions for delays, weather impacts, or emergencies.
• Facilitate positive engagement with clients, subcontractors, and team members; take responsibility for meeting minutes.
• Review daily reports and support field documentation as needed.
• Promote and support site safety.
• Assist senior staff across divisions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Schedule management

Communication

Team collaboration

Budget management

Safety leadership

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Adaptability

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

OSHA 30 certification

USACE CQM

EM385-1-1 familiarity

Tools

Procore

MS Office

Excel

Word

MS Project

Outlook

Timberline

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the planning, pursuit, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of GMHILL construction projects in our Washington, DC market. Projects may include design/build, design/bid/build, general construction, construction management, CMaR, and self-performed trades. The APM contributes to project success from pursuit through closeout and reports to the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in project pursuits and bidding, including subcontractor outreach, general conditions estimates, self-perform takeoffs, and schedule support.
• Help develop and maintain project schedules and support timely project execution.
• Coordinate project schedule and tasks with the Superintendent, QA/QC, and SSHO.
• Review project documents and ensure compliance with plans, specifications, codes, safety, and company policies.
• Communicate project scope, contract requirements, and plan intent to internal staff and subcontractors.
• Prepare and review subcontract scopes, contracts, purchase orders, and contract changes.
• Assist with obtaining required permits, licenses, and approvals.
• Support development of construction work plans, schedules, QCP, APP, EPP, AHAs, lift plans, and similar documentation.
• Assist with monthly invoicing and client billing processes.
• Prepare weekly SITREPs for safety, schedule, quality, progress, and client updates.
• Work with CQM to implement quality control programs.
• Help strategize solutions for delays, weather impacts, or emergencies.
• Facilitate positive engagement with clients, subcontractors, and team members; take responsibility for meeting minutes.
• Review daily reports and support field documentation as needed.
• Promote and support site safety.
• Assist senior staff across divisions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of construction experience (field engineer, project engineer, estimator, or foreman) OR 10+ years in roles such as Superintendent, SSHO, or Quality Control Manager.
• Proven success managing projects valued from $1M-$5M+.
• Federal project experience (DoD or civilian agencies) preferred.
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Office, Excel, Word, MS Project, Outlook ; Timberline preferred.
• Certifications: OSHA 30, USACE CQM.
• Familiarity with EM385-1-1 ; ability to write AHA s and APP s.

Skills & Competencies

• Self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of managing scope, budget, and schedule across multiple projects.
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings (civil, structural, architectural, MEP).
• Strong customer service skills and relationship-building capability.
• Effective communicator, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to walk uneven terrain and perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 25 lbs and occasional climbing or stooping.
• Adequate vision capabilities for construction environments.
• Willingness to travel within operational regions.
• Strong commitment to safety, leadership, coaching, and team development.
• Ability to adapt to challenges and problem-solve effectively.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and pass background checks, drug screening, and federal security clearance processes.

Other

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
  Disclaimer: This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. G.M. Hill Engineering, Inc. (GMHILL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GMHILL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, or any other legal protected status. The candidate selected must pass a thorough background check (including E-Verify), federal security clearance processes and comply with GMHILL's Drug and Alcohol policy adhering to pre-employment, random, post-accident and for cause testing.