Junior Project Manager - Growth in Custom Homes (Onsite)

Nautilus Homes; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance allowance

Simple IRA with employer match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Company phone and computer

Job summary

Nautilus Homes, a respected waterfront home builder in Sarasota, FL, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager who recently graduated or has up to 2 years of construction experience. You will learn from seasoned Project Managers and Superintendents while coordinating residential projects and ensuring quality and progress on site.

The role blends office planning with hands‑on site work, offering growth into a Project Manager role and exposure to budgets, schedules, and trade coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, or a related field.
• Recent graduate or up to 2 years of construction experience through internships or full‑time work.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working both in the office and on active construction sites.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Procore is a plus.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning and coordinating residential construction projects
• Help maintain project schedules and monitor progress
• Track budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and change orders
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and homeowners
• Attend project meetings and document action items
• Perform regular jobsite visits to monitor quality, safety, and project progress
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, permits, inspections, and project documentation
• Maintain organized project files using construction management software
• Support problem‑solving and help keep projects moving forward

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

On-site & office work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Job description

Nautilus Homes, a respected waterfront home builder in Sarasota, FL, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager who recently graduated or has up to 2 years of construction experience. You will learn from seasoned Project Managers and Superintendents while coordinating residential projects and ensuring quality and progress on site.

The role blends office planning with hands‑on site work, offering growth into a Project Manager role and exposure to budgets, schedules, and trade coordination.