Assistant Project Manager — Growth Path in Construction

Elford, Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Elford Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of commercial construction projects. You will work with senior project managers and field leaders, gaining hands‑on experience across the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout.

The role emphasizes coordinating documentation, schedules, and subcontractor communications while tracking budgets and costs. Travel may be required as project needs dictate, with opportunities to grow toward

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in the construction industry (internships or co‑ops considered).
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced project environment.
• Proficiency with construction documentation and computer‑based project tools.
• Willingness to travel as project needs require.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning, scheduling, and budgeting activities during preconstruction and project startup.
• Coordinate and track RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and other key project documentation.
• Maintain project logs including RFI logs, submittal logs, and bulletin updates.
• Assist with coordination of materials, subcontractors, and labor requirements.
• Support change order documentation, pricing coordination, and approvals.
• Update and maintain contract drawings based on RFIs, ASIs, bulletins, and proposal requests.
• Coordinate information required for installation of owner‑furnished equipment.
• Review subcontractor and vendor invoices and assist with project cost documentation.
• Maintain project schedules and support project reporting.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Assist with project closeout including as‑built drawings and final documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Multitasking

Construction docs/tools

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Construction project management tools

Job description

Elford Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of commercial construction projects. You will work with senior project managers and field leaders, gaining hands‑on experience across the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout.

The role emphasizes coordinating documentation, schedules, and subcontractor communications while tracking budgets and costs. Travel may be required as project needs dictate, with opportunities to grow toward