Assistant Project Manager - Millwork

Merric Millwork and Seating; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Merric Millwork and Seating is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful planning and execution of assigned projects on-site, coordinating with Project Management, Estimating, Engineering, Production, and Materials Management. The role emphasizes meticulous document control, shop drawing reviews, version tracking, and timely submittals.

You will help identify risks early, communicate scope or budget deviations, and ensure fabrication meets contract documents and Merric

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent multitasking and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in project management or administrative support; 2+ years in millwork or cabinetmaking.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project handoff meetings with PM, Estimating and Engineering.
• Assist with internal and external project walkthroughs to identify potential challenges.
• Review and manage shop drawings and revisions before submittal.
• Communicate scope or budget deviations to the PM.
• Coordinate information flow between PM, Engineering, Production and Materials Management.
• Maintain accurate version control for all project documentation (submittals, POs, RFIs, ASIs, production forms, shipping docs).
• Ensure Engineering and Production packets are complete and released on time.
• Serve as a point of contact for production-related questions.
• Interpret production drawings to ensure projects meet budget and contract requirements.
• Walk the production floor to verify progress; report to PM.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Merric Millwork and Seating is a leading custom manufacturer specializing in woodwork, seating, metal, and stone fabrication, with more than 30 years of experience serving customers in the restaurant, hotel, hospitality, casino, and healthcare industries. We take pride in delivering high-quality, custom-crafted products on time and to the exact expectations of our clients.

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for supporting the successful planning and execution of assigned projects. This role works closely with Project Managers, Estimating, Production, Engineering, and Materials Management to ensure all project documentation, materials, and production details are accurate, organized, and aligned with customer expectations and company standards. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of identifying potential issues before they impact schedules or fabrication processes. This position requires strong communication skills, critical thinking, and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is a fully on-site position.

Key responsibilities include participating in project handoff meetings with Project Management, Estimating, and Engineering teams; assisting with internal and external project walkthroughs to identify potential challenges early in the process; reviewing and managing shop drawings and revisions before submittal to ensure alignment with contract documents and Merric fabrication standards; and communicating any scope or budget deviations to the Project Manager. The Assistant Project Manager will also coordinate information flow between Project Management, Engineering, Production, and Materials Management while maintaining accurate version control for all project documentation, including submittals, purchase orders, RFIs, ASIs, production forms, and shipping documentation.

Additional responsibilities include managing material take-offs, researching products and suppliers, ordering materials through the Material Manager, and collaborating with plant management and production planning teams to resolve technical, specification, quality, and scheduling concerns. The role also involves ensuring Engineering and Production packets are complete and released on time, serving as a point of contact for production-related questions, and interpreting production drawings to ensure projects are completed within budget and according to customer expectations. Maintaining strong internal customer service, regularly walking the production floor to inspect fabrication progress, and reporting directly to the Project Manager are also essential aspects of the role.

Qualified candidates should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent multitasking and organizational abilities, and the capacity to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in project management or administrative support, along with 2 or more years of experience in millwork or cabinetmaking. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

The position requires extended periods of sitting and computer work, regular walking throughout the production floor to verify project status, and the ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed.