Assistant Project Manager - Construction, Path to PM

Horizon-Construction-Group; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Construction Group in Madison, WI is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support commercial construction projects alongside Project Managers, field teams, and clients. The role focuses on coordinating schedules, budgets, meetings, and project documentation.

You will help manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and closeout activities, and you will progress toward a Project Manager role. A Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and 3+ years of construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Three or more years of construction experience, preferably in project engineering, project coordination, or project management support.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, project controls, contract administration, and building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned project scopes and coordinate daily activities with subcontractors and field teams.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, bid reviews, scope development, and contract administration.
• Update and maintain project schedules while identifying risks and proposing solutions.
• Lead project meetings and distribute meeting minutes.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to review progress, quality, safety, and project performance.
• Prepare and manage change orders, invoices, pay applications, and purchase orders.
• Track project costs and assist with forecasting and budget reviews.
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, document control, and project documentation.
• Own the punch list process from creation through completion.
• Support project closeout activities and lessons learned reviews.

Skills

Construction management

Project coordination

Scheduling

Budgeting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

CMiC

Microsoft Project

Outbuild Schedules

Excel

Job description

Horizon Construction Group in Madison, WI is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support commercial construction projects alongside Project Managers, field teams, and clients. The role focuses on coordinating schedules, budgets, meetings, and project documentation.

You will help manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and closeout activities, and you will progress toward a Project Manager role. A Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and 3+ years of construction