Junior Project Manager (Construction)

Chesapeake Controls, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Company vehicle

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Chesapeake Controls, Inc. is seeking a Junior Project Manager (Construction) to support planning, coordination, and execution from initiation through completion.

This role assists senior project managers in managing schedules, budgets, documentation, and communication to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. You will visit job sites weekly, coordinate with technicians, customers, and general contractors, and ensure compliance with safety protocols while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in project coordination or related roles.
• Familiarity with project management tools and MS Office.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Prepare submittals.
• Prepare close-out documentation: O&M’s, as-builts, warranty letters & net promoter.
• Process and track Change Orders.
• Analyze positive cash flow.
• Assist with scheduling manpower.
• Manage small projects from initiation through completion.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Monitor progress, track milestones, and report status.
• Identify and mitigate risks and resolve issues.
• Maintain project documentation and reports.
• Support resource allocation and task prioritization.
• Foster clear communication within the project team.
• Visit job sites weekly with technicians, customers, and general contractors.
• Follow PPE and safety protocols.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business / PM or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Junior Project Manager (Construction)

Department: Office

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chesapeake

Compensation: $55,000 - $95,000 / year

Description

The Junior Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of projects from initiation through completion. This role assists senior project managers in managing schedules, budgets, documentation, and communication to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Prepare submittals
• Prepare close out documentation: O&M’S, As builds, warranty letters & net promoter
• Process and track Change Orders
• Analyze positive cash flow
• Assist with scheduling manpower
• Manage small projects initiation through completion
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and report on status.
• Identify and mitigate risks and resolve project-related issues as they arise.
• Maintain project documentation, including schedules, meeting notes, and reports.
• Support resource allocation and task prioritization.
• Foster clear communication within the project team and across departments.
• Visit job sites weekly partnering with technicians and customers and general contractors
• Follow and enforce proper PPE and safety protocol
• Attend Project update meeting at customer sites

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as Business, Project Management, or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, team support, or related roles.
• Familiarity with project management tools
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Valid VA Driver’s License.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, company vehicle, and professional development opportunities.

Chesapeake Controls is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.