Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager - GovCloud

HITT Contracting Inc.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health care coverage (vision & dental)

Employer-matched 401(k)

Wellness reimbursement

Paid holidays and time-off

Voluntary benefits and leave types

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to assist in budgeting, pre-construction activities, and overseeing project milestones. The role supports meetings, RFIs, submittals, pay apps, and closeout with a focus on quality and efficiency.

You will collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team to manage schedules and ensure safety and compliance across commercial construction projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; four-year degree in construction, engineering, or business preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.
• 2-5 years experience in commercial construction, including with a commercial general contractor.
• Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred.
• Passion for construction and our industry; ability to recognize and seek quality.
• Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems (MS Office, ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, JD Edwards) and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in budget creation and management for assigned projects.
• Support in pre-construction RFP package development.
• Help conduct project meetings, set milestones and prepare monthly owner reports.
• Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, pay apps) and approve pay applications.
• Update project schedule and ensure quality control and logistics.
• Assist in closeout activities and project handover.
• Collaborate with project superintendent and site operations team throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor/degree in construction, engineering, or business

Tools

Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

ProCore

Adobe

BlueBeam

JD Edwards

Job description

# **Job Description:**An Assistant Project Manager (APM) obtains, evaluates, coordinates and distributes the information and authorizations necessary to construct projects on time, within budget and to the quality specified. The APM is responsible to protect and promote the interest of both the business and client in all matters as well as demonstrate the personal characteristics of a beginner-level leader. While learning paths, growth and promotional opportunity vary, most team members are APMs for two to six years.**Responsibilities*** Maintain adherence to HITT’s standards of safety* Ensure that required documentation is filed* Assist in creating and managing project budget for all assigned projects* Develop pre-construction RFP package* Assist in conducting project meetings, setting milestones and formulating monthly owner report* Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, and pay applications) including approving pay applications and negotiating subcontract change orders* Update project schedule; ensure project quality control and establish overall project logistics* Assist in managing the closeout process* Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project**Qualifications*** High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred* In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable* 2-5 years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor* Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred* Passion for construction and our industry; ability to recognize and seek quality* Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, JD Edwards* Must demonstrate a strong ability to: + Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on audience appropriate business writing and verbal skills + Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry + Gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; ability to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model + Organize and manage tasks and priorities + Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT’s core values + Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement + Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods + Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles + Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors + Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others In accordance with Virginia Senate Bill 215 (SB 215), the base salary range for this position is: $77,000.00 - $110,000.00Compensation in other cities and states may vary. HITT Contracting offers a competitive total benefits and compensation package including performance-based bonuses, premium health care coverage including vision and dental, employer-matched 401(k), wellness reimbursement program, paid holidays and time-off, and other voluntary benefits and leave types. The determination of salary is based on the candidate’s individual professional experience, qualifications, education, skills, and training.***HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.***