What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Manager position at Just Construction Recruitment?
ABOUT THE CLIENT - APM
A respected and well-established commercial general contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across a range of sectors including commercial, education, and healthcare. The company is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development, and long-term relationships with clients and partners.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- Support Project Managers with day-to-day execution of construction projects from pre-construction through closeout
- Assist with budgeting, cost tracking, and project financial reporting
- Help develop, update, and maintain project schedules
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and project documentation
- Communicate with owners, architects, engineers, and internal teams
- Track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes
- Support on-site Superintendents to help ensure project milestones are met
- Participate in pre-construction activities including takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid leveling
- Assist with project closeout, turnover documentation, and warranties
- Support and enforce company safety standards and procedures
ABOUT THE CANDIDATE
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
- 2–5 years of experience in commercial construction (GC preferred)
- Experience in education or healthcare construction is a plus, but not required
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- High level of motivation with a desire to grow into a Project Manager role
- Strong communication skills and professional presence
- Proficient with construction software and project documentation tools
Salary : $80,000 - $110,000