Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager - Industrial

HITT Contracting Inc.; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for an industrial project in Hurt, VA. The APM will gather, evaluate, and coordinate information to keep the project on schedule, on budget, and to the required quality, supporting a multi-site industrial platform.

The role sits within HITT's Industrial group, offering exposure to large-scale construction, renovations, and fit-outs with per diem for the duration of the project and growth opportunities within the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; four-year degree in construction/engineering/business preferred.
• 2–5 years of commercial or industrial construction experience.
• Ability to work out of town for the assignment with per diem provided.
• Strong communication, leadership potential, and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office, ProCore, Primavera P6, Adobe, BlueBeam, and JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain adherence to safety standards.
• Ensure required documentation is filed.
• Assist in creating and managing project budgets.
• Develop pre-construction RFP package.
• Assist in conducting project meetings and formulating owner reports.
• Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, pay applications) and approve pay applications.
• Update project schedule and supervise quality control and logistics.
• Assist in closeout and collaborate with site operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

ProCore

Primavera P6

Adobe

BlueBeam

JD Edwards

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction/engineering/business

Construction industry experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

ProCore

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT. Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager - IndustrialJob Description:Assistant Project Manager - Industrial - Hurt, VAJob 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. This role sits within HITT's Industrial group, which delivers new construction, renovations, expansions, and fit‑outs across distribution centers, warehouses, manufacturing, aviation, automotive, mission critical, advanced manufacturing, central utility plants, and other complex industrial facilities nationwide. This position supports a newly awarded industrial campus in Hurt, VA. 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.

Project Overview

Newly secured project in southern Virginia supporting a growing industrial market in the region. Large-scale, long-duration build (100+ weeks) with an established site team structure, including multiple superintendents, assistant superintendents, project managers, and APMs. Site setup and mobilization underway now, with groundbreaking next month. Backed by HITT's broader Industrial platform, which collaborates with project stakeholders to develop focused action plans that bring complex projects online as fast and safely as possible. Growth opportunity within HITT's Industrial group, which also covers advanced manufacturing, mission critical, energy, power generation, and heavy civil work. Out-of-town assignment with per diem support for the duration of the project.

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, working within a larger, multi-tiered site organization

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 or industrial 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 (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Primavera P6, Adobe, BlueBeam, JD Edwards
• Willingness to work out of town for the duration of the assignment, with per diem provided
• 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

Compensation

In accordance with Virginia Senate Bill 215 (SB 215), the base salary range for this position is:$77,000.00 - $110,000.00 Compensation in other cities and states may vary.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.