Assistant Project Manager: Construction Coordination

Owen-Ames-Kimball Co.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

401(k) profit sharing

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. is hiring an Assistant Project Manager in Kalamazoo to support the delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and stakeholders to help maintain schedules, control costs, and ensure quality and safety on site. This role emphasizes collaboration, meticulous documentation, and effective communication as part of a team that has a long history of integrity and client service across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience supporting commercial construction projects with a general contractor.
• Working knowledge of construction means and methods, schedules, contracts, and documentation processes.
• Strong communication, organization, and coordination skills.
• A team‑oriented mindset with a focus on safety, quality, and client service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preconstruction activities, bidding, subcontracting, and procurement
• Coordinate project documentation including RFIs, submittals, schedules, cost logs, and meeting notes
• Support field and office teams by communicating schedule updates, material needs, and design clarifications
• Track project progress, milestones, and cost projections; support job cost reviews
• Review drawings and specifications to identify issues requiring clarification
• Help manage change orders, pay applications, and budget updates
• Participate in quality reviews, site walks, and safety coordination efforts
• Support project closeout by assembling warranties, punch lists, and turnover documentation

Skills

Communication skills

Organization & coordination

Team-oriented with safety focus

Construction knowledge and methods

Education

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

Job description

Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. is hiring an Assistant Project Manager in Kalamazoo to support the delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

You will work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and stakeholders to help maintain schedules, control costs, and ensure quality and safety on site. This role emphasizes collaboration, meticulous documentation, and effective communication as part of a team that has a long history of integrity and client service across