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Job Title: Junior Project Manager
Location: Meridian, ID (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Salary: $60,000 – $65,000 plus commission (averaging ~$12K/year)
Company Overview:
Specialty Construction Supply has been the Northwest’s comprehensive source for construction products and services since 1984. Serving government entities, contractors, and businesses, the company specializes in subcontracting for heavy civil and roadway projects. With a focus on commercial construction and traffic control, they are the largest and most respected in the region.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and proactive Junior Project Manager to support multiple construction projects. This role provides hands-on experience coordinating projects, managing billing and reconciliation, attending client meetings, and learning estimating practices with guidance from experienced leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage assigned projects from start to finish
- Attend project meetings and communicate schedules to the scheduling department
- Handle monthly billing and submit quantities to project owners weekly
- Ensure accurate billing and zero margin discrepancies
- Assist with project estimating and gain ownership of the estimation process
- Coordinate with subcontractors, general contractors, and owners
- Maintain organized project documentation and records
Required Qualifications:
- Background in construction, commercial projects, or subcontracting preferred
- Familiarity with project coordination, submittals, and owner/sub relationships
- Comfortable with reconciliation and billing accuracy
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Eager to learn and grow into a full project management role
Software/Tools:
- Sage (Accounting)
- SharePoint
- Excel
Hours:
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage (individual $40/week; family coverage out-of-pocket)
- 401(k) plan, eligible after 1 year
- PTO and holidays (varies based on start date)
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume for consideration. Qualified applicants will be contacted to move forward in the interview process.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000