Project Assistant (Ceilings - Richmond Branch)

Insight Global; Fairfield (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Project Assistant to join a client in the commercial construction industry in the Richmond market. You will support Project Managers with project coordination, documentation management, and communication between field and office teams.

You will gain exposure to estimating, procurement, scheduling, and customer coordination while learning construction management principles and growing toward Assistant Project Manager roles within a supportive, mentorship-driven team.

Qualifications

• Construction management degree or equivalent construction industry experience.
• 0-3 years of construction experience, project coordination experience, or internship experience within commercial construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Team-first attitude with a desire to grow within an organization long-term.
• Interest in developing a career in project management.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings and specifications.
• Maintain project records and track RFIs and submittals.
• Coordinate project documentation and communications between field and office teams.
• Support Project Managers with project coordination and administration.
• Assist with overall project lifecycle management and documentation control.

Skills

Construction coordination

Reading drawings

Office software

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Learning orientation

Education

Construction Management degree or equivalent

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is currently seeking a Project Assistant to join a client in the commercial construction industry. This individual will support Project Managers with project coordination, administrative functions, and documentation management for commercial construction projects throughout the Richmond market. Daily responsibilities include reviewing construction drawings and specifications, maintaining project records, tracking RFIs and submittals, coordinating project documentation, and assisting with communication between field and office teams. The Project Assistant will help ensure projects remain organized and that critical tasks, deadlines, and project information are properly tracked throughout the project lifecycle. This role will provide exposure to estimating, project management, procurement, scheduling, and customer coordination while working alongside experienced construction professionals. The ideal candidate is a motivated and career-oriented individual who wants to learn the construction business, contribute to a growing team, and develop into an Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, and potentially future branch leadership through internal growth and mentorship opportunities.

Skills and Requirements

• Construction Management degree or equivalent construction industry experience
• 0-3 years of construction experience, project coordination experience, or internship experience within commercial construction
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Team-first attitude with a desire to grow within an organization long-term
• Interest in developing a career in project management
• Stable work history demonstrating commitment and reliability
• Recent Construction Management graduate
• Experience with commercial ceilings, drywall, Division 9, Division 10, or specialty interiors
• Exposure to estimating, material takeoffs, project coordination, or project administration
• Experience working for a subcontractor or general contractor
• Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, Autodesk, or Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• Internship or co-op experience supporting commercial construction projects
• Exposure to RFIs, submittals, project documentation, and document control processes
• Candidates interested in helping grow a business and developing into future leadership roles

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].