What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Manager position at True North Companies?
Assistant Project Manager – Commercial Construction
Location: North and South Carolina Region (Travel Required)
Reports To: Tom Underwood
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are seeking a driven, entrepreneurial-minded Assistant Project Manager to support our commercial construction projects across North and South Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces responsibility, and is ready to hit the ground running—no hand-holding required.
- Oversee and support multiple commercial construction projects in the Carolinas.
- Travel regularly to job sites to ensure project alignment, progress, and quality.
- Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and site teams to meet deadlines and budgets.
- Monitor schedules, budgets, and documentation to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Use construction management software and digital tools to track progress and communicate updates.
- Identify and resolve issues proactively, maintaining momentum and accountability.
- Commercial construction experience is mandatory. No exceptions.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with grit, tenacity, and efficiency.
- Technologically savvy—comfortable with project management platforms, digital documentation, and remote collaboration tools.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently across the Carolinas.
- A go-getter who thrives on autonomy and responsibility.
- Someone who sees challenges as opportunities and takes initiative without waiting for direction.
- A professional who aligns with our culture of excellence, ownership, and forward-thinking execution.