Assistant Project Manager - Kennesaw, GA

United Contractor Services; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and hands-on training

Opportunities for advancement

Collaborative culture

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

EmergencyMD is seeking an Assistant Project Manager located in Kennesaw, Georgia. In this role, you will support project planning, stakeholder communication, and ensure compliance with quality standards on commercial construction projects. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Construction Management or related fields and possess strong coordination and communication skills.

Upon joining, expect mentorship and hands-on training, along with genuine advancement potential. The company promotes from within and values a collaborative culture where quality work is recognized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Background in commercial construction or project coordination is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, scheduling, and resource management.
• Act as a coordination point between project managers and clients.
• Monitor project records to align work with quality benchmarks.
• Help build practical solutions for issues that arise.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Project coordination

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related discipline

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

About United Contractor Services:

United Contractor Services, LLC is a nationally operating multi-craft specialty contractor providing high-quality commercial construction services from coast to coast. We work alongside some of the most respected names in the industry and hold a high standard on every project - delivered on time, on budget, every time. We're growing our team and looking for people ready to grow right along with us.

The Opportunity:

This role is made for someone in the early stages of a project management career who's ready to dig into real work. As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with experienced PMs and field leadership from your first day - supporting active commercial projects, building your coordination skills, and developing the instincts that set strong construction managers apart. The path forward here is clear: we promote from within and back the people who show up ready to contribute.

What You'll Be Doing:

Project Coordination

• Support planning, scheduling, and resource management across active commercial projects.
• Track milestones and deliverables to keep timelines and budgets on target.
• Spot process improvements and bring ideas that make the team run more efficiently.

Communication & Stakeholder Support

• Act as a coordination point between project managers, field crews, clients, and trade partners.
• Keep communication clear and consistent across every project stakeholder.
• Prepare progress updates, status reports, and project documentation.

Quality & Compliance

• Work with field teams to maintain workmanship standards and meet client expectations.
• Monitor project records, including contracts, submittals, and change documentation.
• Help ensure work stays aligned with project specs and company quality benchmarks.

Problem Resolution

• Step in when issues come up and help build practical, timely solutions.
• Coordinate across internal teams and outside partners to keep workflow moving.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent hands‑on experience).
• Background in commercial construction or project coordination - any specialty exposure is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with construction management software is a bonus.

Why United Contractor Services:

• Mentorship and hands‑on training from day one
• Genuine advancement potential - we develop our people and promote from within
• A collaborative, high‑energy culture where your work gets noticed
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Ready to build something? Apply today.

United Contractor Services, LLC is part of The United Family of Companies, an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other protected classification.

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