What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Manager - Early Career position at Talon Hiring Solutions?
Talon Hiring Solutions has a client that is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in the Greater Birmingham, AL area. You will be working with the on-site project team, working closely with the Project Manager to support day-to-day construction activities. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn how projects are planned, managed, built, and successfully closed out, while developing the skills needed to advance into an Assistant Project Manager II and eventually a Project Manager role.
Note: *Travel & Job Site Requirements*
- Travel and relocation are required. APM Is may be assigned to projects anywhere in the lower 48 states and may relocate as project assignments change.
- Work will be split between the office and active construction job sites.
What you will do:
- Support the Project Manager with daily project coordination and documentation.
- Maintain accurate project files, daily logs, meeting minutes, RFI and submittal logs, and other project records.
- Assist with RFIs, submittals, change order documentation, and project closeout.
- Help maintain safety records, inspections, toolbox talks, training logs, and monthly safety reports.
- Review routine project documents and flag discrepancies involving drawings, quantities, deliveries, or other project information.
- Communicate professionally with owners, architects, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members.
- Track assigned tasks, provide status updates, and follow through on commitments.
- Help keep project information organized and up to date in company systems.
- Learn and apply construction terminology, company procedures, and project management best practices.
- Use Microsoft Office and construction/project management software to accurately enter and manage information.
- Participate in project meetings, training, and other opportunities to develop your construction knowledge.
- Work both in the office and on active construction job sites as project assignments require.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Science, or a related field, completed or expected within 6 months.
- 0–2 years of construction experience, including internships, co-ops, or field experience.
- Basic ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, and follow-through.
- Ability to learn quickly, ask questions, and work effectively under the direction of a Project Manager.
- Professional and collaborative approach when working with project teams and external partners.
- Valid driver’s license.
Preferred:
- OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification.
- Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Primavera P6, or similar construction software.
- General contractor internship or field experience.
- Exposure to RFIs, submittals, daily reports, estimating, or other project documentation.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000