Assistant Project Manager II

Ancoats; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health plan with HSA

Gym membership reimbursement

Sabbatical program

Job summary

Ancoats is seeking an Assistant Project Manager II to support commercial construction projects in the Twin Cities. You will work with project managers, superintendents, and the Construction Executive to deliver projects from preconstruction through closeout, owning key processes and mentoring engineers.

Based in our Minneapolis office with hybrid flexibility, you will help with procurement, cost forecasting, RFIs, and meeting coordination, while ensuring quality, safety, and on-schedule delivery.

Qualifications

• BS in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of construction field engineering or PM experience preferred.
• Ability to read plans and specifications; manage procurement and changes.
• Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Office proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist PMs and superintendents to deliver commercial projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Own procurement tracking, cost forecasting, and change management.
• Coordinate trade partner activities, schedules, and RFIs.
• Lead meetings and document decisions; ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Project coordination

Conflict resolution

Education

BS in Construction Management

3-5 years construction field engineering/PM experience

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Excel

Microsoft Project

Sage

Job description

Reports To:Senior Project Manager / Construction Executive

Payroll Status:Exempt

Department:Project Management

Hours:Full Time

Why Ancoats

Ancoats is a construction management firm grounded in simplicity and built with trust. We are builders, but service is our product - and the experience we create for clients is what sets us apart. We want to be more than a construction partner; we want to be the team clients trust to help them grow, solve problems, and create spaces that support their mission.

As Ancoats continues to grow, we are looking for people who want to help build something with us - people who take the lead from every seat, stay curious, own their commitments, and care deeply about the quality of the work and the relationships behind it.

Why This Role Matters

The Assistant Project Manager II turns project plans into coordinated action. Accurate information, reliable procurement, timely cost decisions, and proactive communication help the entire team deliver on its commitments.

Job Summary

The Assistant Project Manager II works with project managers, superintendents, and the Construction Executive to deliver commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role takes ownership of key project processes, manages assigned scopes, and develops project forecasts with support. You will also mentor Project Engineers and build the judgment needed for broader project leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Preconstruction and Project Startup

• Support bidding through trade partner outreach, quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, bid leveling, and estimate preparation; develop complete estimates with support as needed.


• Compile trade partner scopes with the superintendent, support buyout, and prepare subcontracts and purchase orders for review.


• Coordinate permits, utility requirements, project mobilization, and preconstruction meetings with the project team.

Scheduling and Procurement

• Participate actively in critical path and three-week lookahead schedule reviews with the superintendent and project manager.


• Own procurement tracking and submittal schedules; identify lead time conflicts and coordinate timely decisions and deliveries.

Project Information and Communication

• Own the RFI and submittal processes, maintain current contract documents, and delegate appropriate tasks to Project Engineers while providing guidance.


• Lead owner, architect, contractor meetings and internal project meetings with support as needed; document decisions and follow through on commitments.


• Present and explain change issues, supporting documentation, and costs to project stakeholders.

Financial Management and Risk

• Manage trade partner invoicing, owner pay applications, and owner and subcontractor change management with project manager oversight.


• Compile and manage project forecasts with support, identify cost risks, and communicate potential impacts early.


• Proactively identify scope, schedule, and quality risks and work with the team to resolve them.

Safety

• Assist the superintendent with implementation and enforcement of the onsite safety program, including orientations, toolbox talks, and coordination of safe work practices.


• Participate in jobsite safety audits to verify trade partner compliance with project safety requirements; document findings and coordinate corrective actions with the superintendent and trade partners.

Quality and Closeout

• Coordinate quality inspections involving clients and design teams; work with the superintendent to identify and resolve quality and stormwater compliance concerns.


• Manage assigned closeout activities, including punch lists, final changes and invoices, closeout documents, subcontract closeout, and the ten-month walkthrough.

Education and Experience

• BS in Construction Management or a related field is preferred.


• Three to five years of construction field engineering or project management experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage project processes and take increasing ownership will also be considered.

Technical Skills

• Ability to read plans and specifications, review scopes, support estimating and buyout, and manage procurement and changes.


• Ability to compile forecasts with support, identify cost risks, and maintain accurate financial and project records.


• Working knowledge of commercial building codes, accessibility requirements, jobsite safety, and stormwater requirements; OSHA 30 training.


• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project, and project accounting software such as Sage.

Professional Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.


• Ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, and follow through on commitments.


• Proactive problem-solving and the ability to build trust with clients, design partners, trade partners, and coworkers.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary: $95,000–$125,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience.


• 401(k) with company match


• Health plan with HSA


• Gym membership reimbursement


• Sabbatical program

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities. This role provides training and mentorship to Project Engineers and coordinates assigned project work.

Work Location and Environment

• Based in our Minneapolis office, with hybrid flexibility based on project and team needs.


• Projects are primarily in the Twin Cities. Travel requirements vary by project.


• Work includes office responsibilities and regular assignments to active construction sites, with exposure to noise, weather, and unfinished structures. Ability to navigate jobsites and wear required personal protective equipment.