Assistant Project Manager - Homebuilding

Variety Staffing; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable position with a growing family-owned construction company

Opportunity to learn all aspects of commercial and residential construction

Hands-on experience and career growth potential

Job summary

Variety Staffing is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in Chesapeake, Virginia. This role supports the planning and execution of commercial and residential construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of construction management experience and possess strong organizational skills. The position offers a combination of office work and active job sites, with potential for career growth in a family-owned business environment. Competitive pay based on experience and opportunities to learn all aspects of the construction industry.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in construction management or related field.
• Basic understanding of construction drawings, schedules, and budgets.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a hands-on, family-owned business environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with day-to-day management of construction projects.
• Help coordinate schedules, subcontractors, suppliers, and deliveries.
• Monitor job site safety and compliance with company policies and regulations.

Skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or construction management software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Construction Management, Engineering, or related education

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

Construction (Commercial & Residential)

Position Summary

The Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial and residential construction projects. Working closely with the Project Manager, owners, subcontractors, and vendors, this role helps ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to company quality standards. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable wearing multiple hats in a fast-paced, family-owned business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with day-to-day management of construction projects
• Help coordinate schedules, subcontractors, suppliers, and deliveries
• Track project progress, budgets, and timelines
• Prepare and maintain project documentation (contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, permits)
• Communicate with clients, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal team members
• Attend job site meetings and assist with site coordination as needed
• Monitor job site safety and compliance with company policies and regulations
• Assist with material takeoffs, ordering, and inventory tracking
• Support close-out activities, including punch lists and final documentation

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in construction management or related field (preferred)
• Experience with residential and/or commercial construction is a plus
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients and trades
• Basic understanding of construction drawings, schedules, and budgets
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or construction management software
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a hands-on, family-owned business environment

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related education preferred but not required

Work Environment

• Combination of office and active construction job sites
• Occasional travel to local job sites
• May require flexible hours based on project needs

What We Offer

• Stable position with a growing family-owned construction company
• Opportunity to learn all aspects of commercial and residential construction
• Hands-on experience and career growth potential
• Competitive pay based on experience