Construction Assistant Project Manager

phi-open-jobs; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Companies is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to assist in planning, scheduling, and budgeting across commercial construction projects. The role involves coordinating with design teams, managing documents in Procore, and ensuring timely delivery of preconstruction deliverables.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in construction, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Procore and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in commercial construction or related field.
• Basic understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and terminology.
• Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and scheduling software proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of project schedules and logistics plans.
• Coordinate with the design team and consultants to ensure document accuracy and issue resolution.
• Assist with permit acquisition, utility coordination, and preconstruction deliverables.
• Help track project costs and assist in budget management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and compile subcontractor invoices and vendor pay applications.
• Assist in preparing and managing change orders and cost events.
• Work closely with the Project Manager and Field Superintendent to coordinate field and office operations.
• Help manage subcontractor and supplier relationships through timely communication and coordination.
• Participate in progress meetings and assist in documenting and distributing meeting minutes and action items.
• Conduct site walks to monitor quality and scope compliance.
• Assist with punch list management and project closeout documentation.
• Maintain and organize project documentation within Procore and other platforms.
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Support daily and weekly reporting to ensure consistent project updates and transparency.
• Support safety compliance by working with the Safety Manager.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating potential project risks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling software

Job description

About Eastern Companies

Eastern Companies is a family of companies including Eastern Builders, Eastern Contractors Corporation, Eastern Glass and Aluminum, and Eastern Power Solutions. With a foundation built on integrity, innovation, and teamwork, we bring every project from concept to completion with precision and purpose. Our portfolio spans industrial, commercial, renewable energy, and envelope system work, giving us the flexibility and expertise to meet today’s most demanding construction challenges. From ground-up construction and tenant build-outs to clean-room facilities and utility‑space solar installations, our teams are committed to exceeding expectations, delivering quality results, and building a lasting legacy for our clients, communities, and employees.

Why Join Us?

• We combine the agility of a local firm with the resources of a national player, delivering on schedule, on budget, and with excellence.
• Our culture is driven by core values such as accountability, transparency, respect, and empowerment.
• We believe in investing in our people by offering the chance to grow your skills, tackle meaningful work, and advance your career in a company that values “We make it happen.”

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Coordination

• Support the development and maintenance of project schedules and logistics plans.
• Coordinate with the design team and consultants to ensure document accuracy and issue resolution.
• Assist with permit acquisition, utility coordination, and preconstruction deliverables.

Budget Management

• Help track project costs and assist in budget management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and compile subcontractor invoices and vendor pay applications.
• Assist in preparing and managing change orders and cost events.

Team Support

• Work closely with the Project Manager and Field Superintendent to coordinate field and office operations.
• Help manage subcontractor and supplier relationships through timely communication and coordination.
• Participate in progress meetings and assist in documenting and distributing meeting minutes and action items.

Quality Control

• Conduct site walks to monitor quality and scope compliance.
• Assist with punch list management and project closeout documentation.
• Ensure adherence to contract documents and specifications.

Collaboration & Communication

• Maintain and organize project documentation within Procore and other platforms.
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Support daily and weekly reporting to ensure consistent project updates and transparency.

Risk Management

• Support safety compliance by working with the Safety Manager.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating potential project risks.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 1–3 years of experience in commercial construction or related field.
• Basic understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and terminology.
• Proficient in Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and scheduling software.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or in progress).
• Exposure to preconstruction processes and subcontractor buyout.

Reports To:

Project Manager / Director of Operations

Expectations:

• Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills in a team-oriented environment.
• Meet deadlines and positively contribute to team goals while upholding company values.
• Take ownership of tasks and consistently deliver high-quality work.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Proactively seek opportunities for growth and career development.