Entry-Level Construction Project Manager Assistant

Gulf Stream Construction; Richmond Hill, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Gulf Stream Construction, a turnkey site contractor, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager I to join our growing team. This entry-level role supports project-control workflows under close direction from an assigned Project Manager or designated project lead, gaining hands-on exposure to site construction, documentation, and subcontractor coordination.

The position provides training in project management and accounting software such as B2W and ViewPoint, along with Microsoft Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Knowledge of site work construction preferred; internship or entry-level construction experience a plus.
• Ability to learn project management and accounting software such as B2W and ViewPoint required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Attend turnover meetings with the Project Manager to observe scope review, bid estimate walkthrough, and project handoff processes.
• Shadow the Project Manager in reviewing plans, specifications, and shop drawings; learn to identify scope and deliverables.
• Gather project-side information required for buyout package preparation under PM/APM II direction; administrative processing of approved buyout documents remains with the Project Coordinator.
• Gather site-specific project details for PUPS requirements and verify completeness with the PM/APM II before the Project Coordinator processes or tracks required startup documentation.
• Capture and organize existing site conditions photos and videos into the designated project folder.
• Support submittal log setup through document gathering, data entry, and status tracking under PM or APM II guidance.
• Perform preliminary completeness checks on shop drawings and route items to the PM or APM II for technical review.
• Communicate assigned daily project activities, materials, and resource needs to the Project Manager and office staff under PM/APM II direction.
• Assist the PM or APM II by gathering, organizing, and sharing change order support documentation while learning how change order records are maintained.
• Participate in project site visits with the PM or designated lead to observe field operations, quality standards, and documentation practices.
• Assist by gathering billing support data for owner/client pay application preparation; subcontractor/vendor Accounts Payable entry remains with the Project Coordinator.
• Support GPS plan and CAD file distribution as assigned by ensuring current files are provided as directed; report GPS modeling questions or issues to the PM or APM II.
• Assist with gathering closeout documentation and maintaining checklist drafts under PM or APM II direction.
• Provide project-specific information to administrative staff supporting permitting, approvals, and regulatory compliance; administrative submission and tracking remain with the Project Coordinator unless otherwise assigned.

Skills

Site construction knowledge

Learning software

Project coordination aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

B2W

ViewPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gulf Stream Construction, a turnkey site contractor, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager I to join our growing team. This entry-level role supports project-control workflows under close direction from an assigned Project Manager or designated project lead, gaining hands-on exposure to site construction, documentation, and subcontractor coordination.

The position provides training in project management and accounting software such as B2W and ViewPoint, along with Microsoft Office proficiency.