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Project Manager Assistant- Federal Construction

Ocean Construction Services
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2027

Project Manager Assistant - Federal Construction

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain the project log – which tracks submittals, RFIs, change orders, subcontracts, bading, for each specific project.
  • Create and issue subcontracts
  • Compile and track all subcontractor’s ceritifcates of insurance, SF1413,s W9s and all other required paperwork
  • Be proficient in certified payroll
  • Distribution to subcontractors of all returned submittals, RFIs, or just general project documentation
  • Compile all monthly invoices from vendors and subcontracts, present to the Project Manager and follow-through until given to Accounts Payable
  • Assist the project manager with document gathering for all RFPs, owner change requests, or subcontractor change orders
  • Enter all subcontracts and subcontract change orders into the accounting system (ComputerEase)
  • Attend all project meetings as requested by the Project Manager, taking notes/minutes as required
  • Project Closeout – collecting all record information, warranties, cleaning instructions, O&Ms, etc from all subcontractors and formatting into the appropriate turnover form to the Government.
  • Assist the project manager as necessary with creating the project budget, making budget adjustments, and entering these items into the accounting software.
  • Need to have a basic knowledge of budgeting and expenses to understand the purpose and need for adjustments

Qualifications

  • 1–3 years of construction experience with a General Contractor, subcontractor, or construction-management firm is preferred for experienced applicants.
  • Federal government construction experience is preferred but not required.
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred. Relevant construction experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Familiarity with Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build construction is a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to read and develop familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and contract documents.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Experience with Procore and Bluebeam is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with ComputerEase is strongly preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Preferred experience reviewing submittals and generating RFIs

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting NAVFAC, USACE, GSA, U.S. Coast Guard, or other federal construction projects
  • Procore and Bluebeam experience

Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $90,000

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