Project Assistant

Insight Global; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a motivated Project Assistant to join a growing commercial construction team in the Richmond market. This role provides hands-on exposure to project management, estimating, scheduling, procurement, and client coordination while working with experienced leaders.

This role offers a clear career path into Assistant Project Management and future leadership opportunities for candidates seeking a long-term career in construction.

Qualifications

• Construction Management degree or equivalent construction industry experience.
• 0-3 years of construction, project coordination, or internship experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
• Team-oriented mindset with a desire for long-term career growth.
• Interest in developing a career in construction project management.
• Stable work history demonstrating reliability and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day project coordination and administrative activities.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Track and maintain RFIs, submittals, change documentation, and project records.
• Coordinate communication between field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and office teams.
• Assist with document control and ensure project information remains organized and up to date.
• Support project scheduling, procurement activities, and material tracking.
• Help monitor project milestones, deadlines, and action items.
• Participate in project meetings and assist with follow-up items as needed.
• Gain exposure to estimating, takeoffs, budgeting, and project management processes.

Skills

0-3 years experience

Read construction drawings

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented

Eager to learn

Education

Construction Management degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a motivated Project Assistant to join a growing commercial construction team in the Richmond market. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career construction professional who wants hands‑on exposure to project management, estimating, scheduling, procurement, and client coordination while working alongside experienced construction leaders.

This role offers a clear career path into Assistant Project Management, Project Management, and future leadership opportunities for candidates looking to build a long‑term career in construction.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day project coordination and administrative activities
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Track and maintain RFIs, submittals, change documentation, and project records
• Coordinate communication between field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and office teams
• Assist with document control and ensure project information remains organized and up to date
• Support project scheduling, procurement activities, and material tracking
• Help monitor project milestones, deadlines, and action items
• Participate in project meetings and assist with follow-up items as needed
• Gain exposure to estimating, takeoffs, budgeting, and project management processes

Required Qualifications

• Construction Management degree or equivalent construction industry experience
• 0-3 years of construction, project coordination, or internship experience
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn
• Team‑oriented mindset with a desire for long‑term career growth
• Interest in developing a career in construction project management
• Stable work history demonstrating reliability and commitment

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is organized, ambitious, and eager to learn the commercial construction industry from the ground up. You enjoy supporting teams, solving problems, and taking ownership of details that help projects run smoothly. Most importantly, you are looking for a company where you can grow your career and advance into project management and leadership roles over time.