Assistant Project Manager - Heavy Construction

Gpac; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with REMP

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Critical Illness Coverage

EAP

Paid Vacation

401(k) with Employer Match

Job summary

GPAC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for heavy industrial construction. The role supports the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and change management on-site to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience in heavy construction, a degree in engineering or construction management, strong communication, and proficiency with MS Word/Excel and MS Project. This is an on-site Alabama role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in industrial or heavy construction project support.
• Working knowledge of construction safety standards and OSHA requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of project management best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling software such as Microsoft Project.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with daily project planning, scheduling, and coordination
• Support safety and quality compliance across all jobsite activities
• Track project costs, budgets, and change orders
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries
• Help maintain project documentation, reports, and schedules
• Participate in meetings with field teams, clients, and project stakeholders

Skills

2-5 years of experience in industrial-

OSHA safety knowledge

Excellent written and verbal

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Scheduling software (MS Project)

Project coordination

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Assistant Project Manager - Heavy Construction

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in the successful execution of industrial and heavy construction projects. This role focuses on Safety, Quality, Planning, Scheduling, Budget Control, and Change Management. The position is based on-site in Alabama and works closely with the construction team, subcontractors, suppliers, and owner representatives to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with daily project planning, scheduling, and coordination
• Support safety and quality compliance across all jobsite activities
• Track project costs, budgets, and change orders
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries
• Help maintain project documentation, reports, and schedules
• Participate in meetings with field teams, clients, and project stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 2-5 years of experience in industrial or heavy construction project support
• Working knowledge of construction safety standards and OSHA requirements
• Strong attention to detail and understanding of project management best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling software such as Microsoft Project
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) with Employer Match

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.