Assistant Project Manager - Design-Build Contractor - MD

Michael Page US; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

7 holidays per year

Medical insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Phone and laptop provided

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for a design-build contractor in the Mid-Atlantic region. The role supports project managers from preconstruction through closeout on commercial construction, with emphasis on budgeting, scheduling, procurement, RFIs, and documentation.

You will collaborate with designers, owners, architects, engineers, and field teams to meet objectives, stay on schedule, and manage costs while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably with a general contractor or design-build firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting projects through preconstruction, procurement, and project execution.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, budgeting, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost control processes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Project Managers with planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Supporting budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, procurement, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Working closely with design teams, owners, architects, engineers, and field personnel to ensure project objectives, schedules, and budgets are achieved.
• Monitoring project progress, tracking costs, and helping identify and resolve potential issues to keep projects on track.
• Coordinating meetings, maintaining project records, and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring quality control and safety compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assisting with project buyout, vendor and subcontractor negotiations, and closeout activities including punch lists and turnover documents.

Skills

Project management experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Construction management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

• Join a reputable, growing Mid-Atlantic design-build contractor!
• Competitive base salary, annual bonus, 3 weeks PTO!

Michael Page is partnered with a growing Mid-Atlantic general contractor on their search for construction professionals to support continued expansion. Our client has evolved from a specialized contractor into a full-service construction firm delivering renovation, modernization, and new construction projects across the federal, municipal, and commercial sectors, with project values exceeding $10M. The company has experienced significant growth in recent years and has a strategic plan in place to continue scaling over the next several years. With a leadership team focused on strengthening culture, developing talent, and creating opportunities for internal advancement, it is an exciting time to join the organization. Employees benefit from a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where contributions are highly visible, career progression can happen quickly, and individuals have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the company's future success.

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager - Design-Build Contractor - MD will be responsible for:

• Assisting Project Managers with the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Supporting budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, procurement, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Working closely with design teams, owners, architects, engineers, and field personnel to ensure project objectives, schedules, and budgets are achieved.
• Monitoring project progress, tracking costs, and helping identify and resolve potential issues to keep projects on track.
• Coordinating meetings, maintaining project records, and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with company safety standards, contract requirements, and quality control initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assisting with project buyout, vendor and subcontractor negotiations, and closeout activities including punch list completion and turnover documentation.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The Assistant Project Manager - Design-Build Contractor - MD will have:

• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably with a general contractor or design-build firm.
• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting projects through various phases of construction, including preconstruction, procurement, and project execution.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, project scheduling, budgeting, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost control processes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• A detail-oriented, proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with design-build project delivery, healthcare, higher education, federal, multifamily, or other commercial project types is a plus.

What's on Offer

The Assistant Project Manager - Design-Build Contractor - MD will receive:

• Competitive base salary up to $90,000, plus an end-of-year bonus opportunity.
• The opportunity to work directly with senior leadership on a diverse portfolio of projects, including government renovations, airport hangars, and other commercial developments.
• 15 days (120 hours) of paid time off, plus seven paid holidays annually.
• Medical insurance coverage with the company covering up to 80% of employee premiums and 25% of dependent premiums.
• Employer-paid life insurance coverage of $20,000.
• 401(k) with a company match of 50% on up to 4% of earned salary.
• Tuition assistance to support continued professional growth and development.
• Company-provided smartphone and laptop.
• A stable, team-oriented environment with strong mentorship and advancement opportunities within a growing general contractor.