Assistant Project Manager - Fast Growing GC

This Assistant Project Manager role supports a diverse portfolio of civil, infrastructure, interiors, and municipal projects across the Alexandria to Richmond corridor. You'll work closely with senior leadership, manage projects from early estimating through close‑out, and gain hands‑on exposure rarely offered at this level.

Client Details

This organization is a rapidly growing, entrepreneurial contractor delivering high‑impact work for public and private sector clients. Known for strong leadership, autonomy, and a close‑knit culture, the company offers a rare opportunity to grow alongside the business rather than getting lost in hierarchy.

Description

• Support projects from estimating and inception through completion and close‑out
• Walk job sites with clients to scope work and define project requirements
• Build detailed, line‑item estimates using RS Means and/or Gordian
• Export estimates into contract and legal documentation
• Interface directly with clients and stakeholders on active projects
• Support a high volume of pre‑negotiated and JOC work
• Conduct frequent site visits while remaining primarily office‑based
• Assist with change order pricing, negotiation, and documentation
• Step in to take over projects mid‑stream and drive them to completion

Profile

• Experience supporting or managing construction projects cradle‑to‑grave
• Exposure to estimating, budgeting, and project close‑out activities
• Background in civil construction, commercial interiors, JOC, or general contracting
• Ability to manage multiple small‑to‑mid‑size projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑autonomy environment
• Field‑based experience welcomed

Ideal Backgrounds include:

• Civil construction
• Commercial interiors
• Job Order Contracting (JOC)
• General contracting with estimating exposure
• Field‑driven career paths transitioning into project management

Why Apply to This Company?

• Direct mentorship from an industry‑recognised executive with deep connections
• Join early and grow as the company continues its rapid expansion
• Autonomy, trust, and visibility-your work will not go unnoticed
• Strong benefits including 100% covered individual medical and dental
• Proven track record of internal growth and long‑term employee satisfaction
  

Job Offer

• Competitive Base Salary
• 100% covered individual medical and dental
• 401k Match
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• And more!
  

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