Assistant Project Manager | Secure Interior Projects

Michael Page; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health coverage

Vehicle allowance

Generous PTO

Bonus potential

401(k) match

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for a growing commercial construction firm to support technically complex interior fit-out renovation projects across corporate, government, technology, healthcare, and mission-critical environments. You will gain hands-on project management experience while collaborating with leadership on projects valued from $100k to $5 million.

The role involves assisting in delivery from pre-construction through closeout, coordinating with clients,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction project management, project engineering, or related role.
• Experience supporting commercial interior fit-out, tenant improvement, renovation, or construction projects.
• Exposure to corporate office, healthcare, higher education, government, technology, or similar environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with construction documentation, project tracking, and scheduling processes.
• Must be eligible to obtain project-specific badges and clearances, including background screening and drug testing.
• Motivated, proactive, and interested in growing into a larger project management role.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management and delivery of commercial interior construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Supporting project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and document management activities.
• Coordinating with clients, subcontractors, vendors, architects, and internal project teams.
• Helping monitor project costs, schedules, quality, and overall project performance.
• Participating in project meetings and maintaining accurate project documentation and reporting.
• Supporting the administration of contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project correspondence.
• Working alongside Project Managers on projects ranging from smaller tenant improvements to large-scale environments.
• Contributing to successful execution of projects while meeting client expectations and company standards.
• Gaining exposure to technically complex environments including office, government, technology, healthcare, higher education, and secure facilities.

Skills

Construction PM

Project engineering

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Documentation & scheduling

Background checks

Growth mindset

Job description

Join a growing commercial construction firm as an Assistant Project Manager supporting technically complex interior fit-out renovation projects across corporate, government, technology, healthcare, and mission-critical environments. You'll gain hands-on project management experience while working closely with leadership on projects ranging from $100k - $5 million in value

Our client is a highly respected commercial contractor known for delivering challenging interior construction projects in demanding, occupied, and secure environments. With a collaborative culture, strong client relationships, and an impressive portfolio of repeat business, they offer the stability of an established firm with the accessibility of a close-knit team.

Description

The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the management and delivery of commercial interior construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Supporting project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and document management activities.
• Coordinating with clients, subcontractors, vendors, architects, and internal project teams.
• Helping monitor project costs, schedules, quality, and overall project performance.
• Participating in project meetings and maintaining accurate project documentation and reporting.
• Supporting the administration of contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project correspondence.
• Working alongside Project Managers on projects ranging from smaller tenant improvements to large-scale mission-critical environments.
• Contributing to the successful execution of projects while ensuring client expectations and company standards are met.
• Gaining exposure to technically complex construction environments including office, government, technology, healthcare, higher education, and secure facilities.

Profile

A successful Assistant Project Manager should have:

• 2+ years of experience in construction project management, project engineering, or a related role.
• Experience supporting commercial interior fit-out, tenant improvement, renovation, or construction projects.
• Exposure to sectors such as corporate office, healthcare, higher education, government, technology, or similar commercial environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with construction documentation, project tracking, and scheduling processes.
• Must be eligible to obtain project-specific badges and clearances, including successful completion of background screening and drug testing.
• Motivated, proactive, and interested in growing into a larger project management role.

Job Offer

Reasons to apply for this Assistant Project Manager role:

• Direct access to company leadership in a small, team-oriented environment.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects that build specialized experience.
• Diverse project portfolio spanning corporate, healthcare, technology, government, and secure facilities.
• Outstanding benefits package including 100% employee healthcare coverage, vehicle allowance, generous PTO, bonus potential, and 401(k) match.
• Strong reputation for professionalism, quality, and long-term client relationships, creating a stable platform for career growth.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.