Assistant Project Manager - General Construction

Jobless; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with match

Flexible time off

9 paid holidays

Paid volunteer hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Great States Construction in Fargo, ND is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support project management teams on multi-family and commercial construction. You will assist with scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and coordination between offices and field teams under the VP of Construction.

This role offers a clear path toward becoming a Project Manager. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in construction PM, strong communication, and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of construction project management experience with multi-family or commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of construction phases and contract administration.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with construction technology tools and MS Office Suite.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Managers in all aspects of project delivery from pre-construction through closeout.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and financial reports.
• Coordinate subcontractor contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Maintain project documentation, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.
• Facilitate communication between office and field teams, and align with Superintendents.
• Support client and subcontractor meetings with accurate updates and documentation.
• Assist with procurement of materials and services.
• Contribute to project closeout by tracking punch lists, warranties, and final docs.

Skills

PM experience

communication

organization

problem-solving

proficiency with MS Office

driving record clean

multi-family & commercial exposure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management/engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Position Summary

Great States Construction, a leading commercial general contractor based in Fargo, ND, is seeking a driven and organized Assistant Project Manager to support project management teams on multi-family and commercial construction projects in the Fargo market. The Assistant Project Manager will work directly under the supervision of the VP of Construction, assisting with project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and coordination between office and field teams. This role provides a career development path toward becoming a Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Managers in all aspects of project delivery, from pre-construction through closeout.


• Assist with preparing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and financial reports.


• Help coordinate subcontractor contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.


• Maintain project documentation, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.


• Facilitate communication between office and field teams, working closely with Superintendents to ensure alignment.


• Support client and subcontractor meetings, providing accurate updates and documentation.


• Assist with procurement of materials and services.


• Contribute to project closeout by helping track punch lists, warranties, and final documentation.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of construction project management experience, preferably with exposure to multi-family and commercial projects.


• Strong understanding of construction project phases and contract administration.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred.


• Proficiency with construction technology tools and Microsoft Office Suite.


• Clean driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Experience with Procore (preferred).


• Familiarity with Bluebeam or similar software.


• Strong time management and multi-tasking abilities.


• Team-oriented with a commitment to professional growth.

Benefits and Perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with HSA


• Supplementary insurance


• 401k with a match of 3%


• Flexible time off and 9 paid holidays


• Paid volunteer hours


• Professional development opportunities

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.


• Occasional site visits requiring standing/walking for extended periods.

Why Join Us

At Great States Construction, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, dynamic work environment where our team members are empowered to make a difference. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will work directly with a Senior Project Manager, gaining valuable experience in multi-family and commercial construction while contributing to the success of projects across the Fargo, ND market.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER