Construction Assistant Project Manager I

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for transportation projects in Nashville, TN. You will help plan schedules, manage budgets, and coordinate with subcontractors while upholding safety and quality standards.

You should have 4+ years of experience in construction or PM roles, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Strong leadership and relationship-building skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction or project management.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous construction experience preferred.
• Ability to establish relationships and lead people.

Responsibilities

• Plan projects, develop schedules, and coordinate activities.
• Oversee safety and quality control measures.
• Forecast and manage budgets and change orders.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and manage Project Engineers.
• Resolve issues related to labor, material delivery, and contracts.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Ensure timely project delivery in line with scope and safety standards.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Budget forecasting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our transportation work in Nashville, TN.

Does the idea of working on interesting and complex projects bring you joy? Are you challenged by making meaningful impact? Do you love solving problems by thinking creatively and trying new things? Are you an up-and-coming manager who always wants to do better? If so, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

Walsh Assistant Project Managers hunt for better ways of doing things. They are great listeners and soak up information in order to make better decisions. When they see potential in others, and they invest in it. They are on a journey to be the next generation of impactful leaders!

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

Walsh is a company where, when you work hard, you will be recognized.

Responsibilities

• Project planning, scheduling and coordination
• Safety and quality control management
• Accurate forecasting and management of budgets
• Change order management
• Managing critical subcontractors
• Manage Project Engineers
• Resolution of problems involving labor disputes, material delivery and contract administration
• Maintain vehicle, equipment, and tools management

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous construction experience preferred
• Ability to establish relationships and lead peopleSpecific roles may require relocation

Division

Transportation

Job Category

Project Management

Job Type

Full_time

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran