Assistant Project Manager, Mechanical Construction

Upchurch Industrial LLC; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Upchurch Industrial LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical construction projects in the Southeast. You will work with project managers, field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires 2+ years in mechanical or commercial construction, a degree in Construction Management or related field, and proficiency with project management

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical or commercial construction (project coordination or project engineer experience may be considered).
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
• Familiarity with mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, process piping).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and project management tools (e.g., Procore, PlanGrid, BIM 360).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, schedules, and basic cost control.
• Travel 80-100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical construction projects.
• Coordinate with project managers, field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high safety and quality standards.
• Travel 80-100% of the time.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Viewpoint

Job description

Upchurch Industrial LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical construction projects in the Southeast. You will work with project managers, field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires 2+ years in mechanical or commercial construction, a degree in Construction Management or related field, and proficiency with project management