Construction Assistant Project Manager-Cincinnati, OH

Tippmann Group / Interstate Warehousing / Tippmann Construction; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

Quarterly bonus program

Company laptop and iPhone

Paid holidays

Paid vacation time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability & life

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Tippmann Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to lead planning and execution on multi-site industrial projects. You will coordinate with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding Tippmann Safety Standards.

You should have a construction management background, strong problem-solving, and excellent communication skills. This role requires travel to project sites and may be located near major airports across the U.S.

Qualifications

• BS in Construction Management, related degree, or prior CM experience.
• Knowledge of industrial facility design, engineering, and construction.
• Knowledge of thermal processing a plus.
• OSHA 30 Hour completion preferred.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and problem-solve.
• Goal-oriented with resiliency and strong communication.
• Self-starter with limited supervision.
• Proficiency with MS Office including Excel and MS Project.
• Knowledge of the Design‑Build Process and Food Processing/Distribution industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish construction project plans and schedules days, weeks, and months in advance.
• Execute material take-offs, source materials, and submit to suppliers.
• Prepare bid documents and source subcontractors.
• Initiate subcontractor work and ensure timeliness and quality.
• Manage project execution to meet Tippmann Safety Standards.
• Use Tippmann internal systems to maintain project management consistency.
• Communicate clearly with subcontractors, internal teams, and clients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Goal-oriented

Learn quickly

Education

BS in Construction Management or related degree

OSHA 30 Hour completion

Tools

MS Office (Excel, MS Project)

Job description

Location Flexibility

Because the Assistant Project Manager (APM) role involves travel to project sites, relocation is not required. APMs may live anywhere within the continental United States, provided they are within a reasonable distance of a major airport. Positions are posted in cities near current or anticipated project locations; however, placement is based on project needs and is not limited to the advertised location.

Assistant Project Managers are responsible for working directly with our subcontractors and clients to successfully execute the complete building process. Once the PM team becomes familiar with the design, they plan and sequence the work and buy‑out materials and subcontractor services. They ensure the work is completed in sync with all other activities and make certain the work meets Tippmann Construction quality and safety standards.

Throughout the construction process, the PM team uses Tippmann developed processes and tools to maintain clear and constant communication with subcontractors, internal team members, and client personnel. APMs contribute largely and are accountable for the overall delivery of a high‑quality experience for our customers.

Core Responsibilities

• Establish construction project plans and schedules, considering work to be completed days, weeks, and months in advance
• Execute building material take-offs, submit take-offs to potential suppliers, and source materials
• Prepare bid documents and source subcontractors
• Initiate subcontractor work and ensure timeliness and quality of the work throughout the project
• Manage the execution of project work in a manner that meets Tippmann Safety Standards
• Utilizing Tippmann internal systems, tools, and process to establish consistency in overall project management
• Utilizing multiple methods to concisely communicate regarding all aspects of the project

Skills And Capabilities

• BS in Construction Management, related degree, or prior experience in Construction Management
• Knowledge of industrial facility design, engineering, and construction
• Knowledge of thermal processing a plus
• Completion of OSHA 30 Hour preferred
• Proven capability to learn quickly and problem‑solve
• Goal‑oriented personality with demonstrated resiliency
• Strong internal and external communication skills
• Track record of positive job/school performance, attention to detail, and results‑oriented experience
• Self‑starter, highly motivated and requires limited supervision
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite of products including MS Excel and MS Project
• Knowledge of the Design‑Build Process and Food Processing and Distribution industry preferred

Benefits

• Industry‑leading salary
• Quarterly bonus program
• Company laptop and iPhone
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Short‑ and long‑term disability & life insurance
• 401k plan with company match

Other

• Corporate office located in Fort Wayne, IN
• Projects are nationwide
• Travel required