Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

Job DescriptionOur client, a commercial concrete contractor, is looking for an Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer to join their growing team in Charlotte, NC. This is a strong opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career construction professional to learn the business from the ground up alongside experienced senior project managers. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and wants a clear path toward a Project Manager or Superintendent role.

Job Responsibilities -

- Support senior project managers with daily coordination of commercial concrete projects.

- Prepare, submit, and track submittals, RFIs, and change orders.

- Review drawings and specifications to identify scope gaps and coordination issues.

- Assist with project scheduling, material procurement, and subcontractor coordination.

- Attend project meetings and document action items and follow-ups.

- Help track project costs against budgets and estimates.

- Visit active jobsites to monitor progress and support field teams.

- Maintain organized project files, logs, and correspondence.

Job Requirements -

- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

- Recent graduates and candidates with 0-2 years of construction experience are encouraged to apply.

- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

- Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites within the Carolinas.

- Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction software a plus.

- Internship or field experience in commercial concrete preferred.