Assistant Project Manager

Job Description: Assistant Project Manager

About Us

James White Construction LLC (“JWC”) is a local, family-owned, and operated sitework and grading general contractor. We have served the tri-county area since 1982, taking care of the needs of local families and businesses. Our goal is to satisfy each of our clients with honesty and quality workmanship. We are heavily invested in new technology to provide our clients with the best service available.

We built our name on our flagship civil construction services. As one of the first contractors on a job site, we know that our level of performance - The JWC Way - is crucial in setting the tone for the schedule and quality of the entire project. We take this responsibility seriously and are passionate about delivering quality work.

Mission Statement

The JWC mission is to seek a balance between God, Family, and Work. We strive to develop leaders that work together to deliver quality sitework projects to our customers. With a solution-based approach, service-minded attitudes, cooperative vendor and subcontractor relations, and a strong construction management team, we aspire to ensure our longevity through repeat and referral business.

Job Summary

Experience: College degree in related field and 1 years’ experience in the field

Purpose: Works alongside project managers and upper management to plan and execute projects for the company. Responsible for protecting and promoting the interests and values of the company in all matters and to take actions as required satisfying all responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducting administrative duties, such as setting up meetings, drafting work orders, assisting the
• project manager as needed, etc.
• Performing other duties assigned by the Project Manager in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Prepare for project start-up with the Project Manager and any others connected with the project.
• Assist in estimating, planning, and implementation of projects.
• Helping to coordinate and manage project tasks and deliverables.
• Tracking and reporting project progress.
• Know the plans and details, expect plan revisions, and implement any changes concerning revisions.
• Periodic site visits.
• Attending site meetings, office meetings, virtual meetings, etc.
• Manage construction scheduling to achieve team goals and milestones.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers, and other employees.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with the Project Manager and Operations Manager throughout the project including pre-construction planning, implementation of schedule and QA/QC from start to closeout.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Education & Experience

• 1 years’ experience in sitework construction management and/or estimating
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Applied Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency with MS Excel, B2W, or other comparable takeoff software platforms
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines
• Must obtain a negative drug test result prior to hire and maintain throughout the term of employment
• Independent, self-managed professional with comprehensive knowledge of the sitework industry
• Experience with HCSS is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of time in your vehicle
• Prolonged periods of time standing on a job site outdoors in sometimes unlevel terrain
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each company’s work site, often in different locations around the tri-county area

Employee Benefits

• Health Insurance - 100% Employee Only insurance paid for by JWC
• Dental / Vision / Short Term Disability / Life Insurance - paid by employee
• Long Term Disability - paid for by JWC
• Profit Sharing Savings Plan
• 401K Retirement and Savings Plan - Company Match provided
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Weekly Truck Allowance
• JWC Team Social Events - where you are part of the family!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.