Assistant Project Manager: Path to PM in Construction

Layton Construction; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Job summary

Ajax Building Company, part of the STO Building Group, is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to support planning and execution of complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

This role provides a clear path to Project Manager, with hands-on exposure to all phases of project delivery while working alongside experienced PMs and field leaders. The APM will drive day-to-day operations, coordinate teams, manage documentation, and support cost and schedule controls.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager in construction management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred, OR 4+ years of equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of industry practices and trends and their impact on the corporation.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Distribute drawings, specifications, and design revisions to the Project Manager, Superintendent, and subcontractors, ensuring all parties are working from current documents.
• Assist in managing the RFI and submittal processes, including drafting, tracking, and coordinating responses with the design team and field.
• Maintain project logs, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding items.
• Support day‑to‑day project operations by coordinating with field leadership, subcontractors, and vendors to keep work progressing per schedule.
• Assist with cost control efforts, including basic estimating, take‑offs, and soliciting and leveling subcontractor/vendor quotes.
• Participate in project meetings, document and distribute meeting minutes, and track action items to completion.
• Support the development and implementation of project procedures and documentation standards.
• Assist in tracking project progress and reporting updates to the Project Manager.
• Support change management processes, including documentation and tracking of potential change events.
• Assist with project closeout, including punch list coordination, closeout documentation, and final deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Coordination

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Management / Civil Engineering / related)

4+ years of equivalent experience

Job description

Ajax Building Company, part of the STO Building Group, is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to support planning and execution of complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

This role provides a clear path to Project Manager, with hands-on exposure to all phases of project delivery while working alongside experienced PMs and field leaders. The APM will drive day-to-day operations, coordinate teams, manage documentation, and support cost and schedule controls.