Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Ranger Construction Company is a commercial general contractor specializing in upfits, renovations, and maintenance of office, industrial, and medical properties in Charlotte and surrounding areas. Ranger has been in business for over 25 years and is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business.

Job Summary: The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with project specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preconstruction

• Assist in preparing and distributing Invitations to Bid (ITBs), including reviewing drawings and identifying qualified subcontractors
• Coordinate and attend job site walks, including:
• Meeting subcontractors onsite
• Documenting attendance and following up with non-attendees
• Capturing site photos and documenting existing conditions
• Collect, review, and analyze subcontractor bids to ensure alignment with project scope
• Perform quantity takeoffs and compare estimates against submitted bids
• Follow up with subcontractors for scope clarification and pricing accuracy
• Assist in assembling and reviewing project estimates prior to final submission
• Support scope development for project pricing
• Maintain and update the internal project pipeline

Project Execution

• Assist with project setup and kickoff coordination
• Distribute startup communications to subcontractors and field teams
• Upload and maintain project documentation in Smartsheet and internal systems
• Coordinate with Project Coordinator to ensure permits, plans, and scope documents are provided to field teams
• Develop, maintain, and track project schedules
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and support field operations
• Prepare and distribute weekly project updates, including schedules and progress photos
• Maintain consistent communication with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients
• Participate in Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC) meetings and assist with coordination
• Support problem resolution in collaboration with Superintendents and subcontractors

Financial Management

• Assist in tracking and managing project budgets, including contingency usage
• Support invoice review and approval processes
• Identify and assist in resolving budget discrepancies and missing invoices
• Support monthly billing processes and follow up on outstanding receivables
• Prepare and price change orders, generate Requests for Change (RFCs), and maintain tracking logs
• Distribute approved change documentation to field teams

Project Closeout

• Participate in punch walks and assist with punch list completion
• Support Superintendents in driving final project completion
• Assist Project Coordinator with closeout documentation and project turnover

General Responsibilities

• Maintain and update job tracking boards and project records
• Provide support to Project Managers and team members as needed
• Assist in determining project roles and responsibilities based on project scope and client needs

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills/Abilities:

• Must possess strong business acumen and supervisory skills
• Must have extensive knowledge of construction drawings, plans, and major systems
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to safely drive vehicles to and from multiple job sites
• Capable of interrelating with personnel at all levels of construction activity
• Capable of interpreting, advising, supporting, and training staff, community, agencies, and clients
• Capable of moving and climbing ladders, as well as working comfortably on roofs and elevated surfaces
• Standing and walking at large job sites (interior and exterior) for multiple hours and up to 5 miles a day
• Must follow company and client policies and procedures
• Capable of clear verbal, written, and electronic communication
• Must take initiative to complete tasks and look for opportunities to assist other employees
• Personable and professional demeanor, work cooperatively, and customer service oriented
• Organized, task oriented, and follows through in a timely manner

 Education/Experience:

• College degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as project manager, or similar role, in commercial construction.
• Strong computer and technical abilities preferred.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is an onsite position in Charlotte, NC
• Regular Site visits required
• Ability to work both in office and field environments
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, and climb flights of stairs several times a day. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.