New Graduate - Construction Assistant Project Manager 2025

Brasfield & Gorrie; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic upcoming graduates for the role of Assistant Project Manager in the vibrant construction sector. This exciting opportunity will allow you to engage in various aspects of project management, from developing business plans to coordinating subcontractors and ensuring compliance with quality standards. You'll gain hands-on experience while working closely with engineers and architects, all within a supportive environment that encourages growth and learning. If you're ready to kickstart your career in construction with a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Upcoming graduates in construction or engineering with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Construction internship or work experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop project business plans and manage jobsite mobilization.
• Lead coordination of subcontractors and ensure compliance with quality control plans.
• Prepare payment requests and monitor collections for project budgets.

Skills

Oral Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Writing

Conflict Resolution

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Willingness to Travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction or Engineering

Tools

Prolog

E1 Software

Job description

Responsibilities

Brasfield & Gorrie has exciting opportunities in Orlando and Jacksonville for upcoming graduates interested in full-time employment in the construction industry as an Assistant Project Manager.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Develop project business plan
• Work with field management to generate job specific safety plan for the project
• Serve as the main point of contact for the Engineer and Architect
• Work with Pre-Construction and Field Supervision to identify and implement all contract deliverables, quality testing, and reporting requirements
• Create staging, logistics, and phasing plan for project
• Lead coordination of subcontractors
• Set up bonding and/or Subguard, change order log, and cost tracking for the project
• Set up project in E1 and Prolog software
• Responsible for project startup, including obtaining permits and licenses and managing jobsite mobilization
• Facilitate subcontractor pre-mobilization/startup meetings
• Issue and administer subcontracts (payments, insurance, bond, safety, haz-com, etc.) and purchase orders for multiple trades
• Assist in development, planning, and updating of overall project schedule. Attend/direct regular job scheduling meetings
• Lead responsibility for project quality control plan implementation and compliance
• Conduct bi-weekly safety surveys with project superintendent
• Prioritize, review, and expedite submittals
• Expedite material deliveries according to project schedule requirements
• Understand quantity updating and work with Superintendents to maintain accurate labor forecasts
• Develop and administer subcontractor and purchase order change orders
• Review projections, labor reports, safety documents, and schedules on a monthly basis
• Review and approve material/equipment invoices according to project budget
• Prepare payment requests and monitor collections
• Meet with city and state agencies to review project and inspections
• Attend OAC progress meetings and create monthly status reports
• Enter and update information in project management software (job status reports, projections, change orders, and RFI’s)
• Manage and oversee job close-out documentation and procedures (closeout documents, final job report, and final accounting)
• Mentor and train co-op/intern students

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

• Must be an upcoming graduate of an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in construction, engineering, or related field
• Construction internship/work experience strongly preferred
• Must graduate with a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
• Experience managing aspects of construction projects including architectural, civil, structural, mechanical and electrical
• Working knowledge of Prolog and other construction software
• Basic understanding of financial accounting systems
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Technical writing skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Superior organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate, as both may be required

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE/Vets/Disabilities