Highlights
Our client is an established commercial construction firm delivering projects across a variety of sectors, with a focus on quality execution, strong client relationships, and operational excellence. The organization provides a collaborative environment where emerging construction professionals can develop project management expertise and advance their careers.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $90,000–$110,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Assistant Project Manager
Our client is an established commercial construction firm delivering projects across a variety of sectors, with a focus on quality execution, strong client relationships, and operational excellence. The organization provides a collaborative environment where emerging construction professionals can develop project management expertise and advance their careers.
Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Project Manager
- Support Project Managers in all phases of project delivery.
- Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking.
- Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
- Prepare and manage project documentation, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
- Track procurement activities and material deliveries.
- Participate in project meetings and maintain meeting minutes.
- Monitor project progress and assist with issue resolution.
- Support contract administration and compliance requirements.
- Assist with project closeout documentation and turnover activities.
- Maintain effective communication with field teams, clients, and consultants.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Ideal Assistant Project Manager Profile
- Strong interest in commercial construction project management.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Effective communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Internship or prior commercial construction experience preferred.
Required Skills and Experience
- 1-4 years of experience in commercial construction or project coordination.
- Understanding of construction project lifecycles and documentation.
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project tracking.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Hands-on exposure to a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects. Mentorship from experienced construction and project management professionals. Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization. Collaborative and team-oriented culture. Comprehensive benefits package.
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.