On-Site Assistant Project Manager – Construction

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Tampa, FL seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager throughout construction from preconstruction to closeout.

You will help with budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and coordination between the office and the field, ensuring project performance and timely execution. The role may independently manage small projects, requires a relevant degree and 4–7 years of construction experience, and proficiency in CPM scheduling and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.
• 4–7 years of construction experience preferred.
• Experience with project startup, mobilization, and coordination.
• Proficient in CPM scheduling and construction management software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
• Support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of project schedules and production plans.
• Assist with owner billings, subcontractor pay applications, and project cost management processes.
• Coordinate subcontract agreements, purchase orders, procurement activities, and material deliveries.
• Support the management of change orders, extra work authorizations, and contract documentation.
• Facilitate owner, subcontractor, and internal coordination meetings and maintain meeting records.
• Monitor submittal, shop drawing, and procurement processes to support project schedules.
• Coordinate permitting, inspections, startup, testing, commissioning, and closeout activities.
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor construction progress, quality standards, production planning, and safety performance.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and field leadership to support operational efficiency and schedule compliance.
• Assist with identifying and resolving project risks, conflicts, and operational issues.
• Independently manage small projects or designated scopes of work, as assigned.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Construction mgmt software

Microsoft Office

Project coordination

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mech/CM

Tools

MS Office

Construction management software

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Tampa, FL seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager throughout construction from preconstruction to closeout.

You will help with budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and coordination between the office and the field, ensuring project performance and timely execution. The role may independently manage small projects, requires a relevant degree and 4–7 years of construction experience, and proficiency in CPM scheduling and MS Office.