Assistant Project Manager

Location: Glen Allen, VA
Job Type: Long-Term Contract Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the successful execution of projects ranging in size and complexity for our client in Glen Allen, Virginia. This role will work closely with Project Managers while also independently managing smaller projects. The ideal candidate will serve as a key liaison between clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the planning, coordination, and execution of projects of varying complexity.
• Manage smaller projects independently while maintaining project goals, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate project activities and communications among clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Maintain project documentation and document control systems.
• Manage contractor submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), supplemental design instructions, and site drawing logs.
• Verify contractor compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and material management requirements.
• Support contract execution activities including:
  • Change order management
  • Field change directives
  • Invoice approvals
  • Schedule management
• Assist with project controls efforts including:
  • Cost reporting
  • Scheduling
  • Work breakdown structure development
  • Project setup and closeout within accounting systems
  • Field progress tracking
• Assist in preparing and distributing:
  • Project budgets
  • Cost reports
  • Cash flow forecasts
  • Project status reports
• Participate in project risk reviews and coordinate with Legal as needed.
• Support project and contract closeout activities.
• Promote and uphold company safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and comply with all company policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field from an accredited program required.
• Minimum of 5 years of applicable professional experience required.
  • Internship experience will not count toward required years of experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding work environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime on short notice as needed.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Owners, Contractors, Engineers, Designers, and Project Managers in a multi-discipline team environment.