Assistant Project Manager

Description

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

Career Growth: Ongoing training, mentorship, and clear paths for advancement

Team-First Culture: Your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your success is celebrated

Award-Winning Workplace: Consistently recognized for employee satisfaction and workplace excellence

If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to take the next step in your career with a company that truly values its people-we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll support the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple construction projects. You'll work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and design teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Preconstruction Support

• Assist with estimating and bid coordination
• Participate in design and preconstruction meetings
• Help manage subcontractor prequalification and bid analysis
• Support development of project schedules and documentation

Budget & Cost Management

• Monitor project budgets and job cost reports
• Assist with subcontractor negotiations and purchase orders
• Track financial risks and support cost control efforts

Construction Coordination

• Support permitting and municipality communications
• Help manage project schedules and subcontractor timelines
• Conduct site visits and assist with issue resolution
• Review plans, shop drawings, and RFIs for accuracy

Project Turnover & Closeout

• Assist in managing punch list completion and warranty coordination
• Support project closeout documentation and lessons learned

Post-Construction

• Provide warranty support and contribute to process improvement
• Share feedback to enhance internal best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in construction project coordination or management
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Bluebeam, and construction management software

Ready to Build Your Future with Us?

At Horizon, we build more than structures-we build careers. Join a collaborative team that values innovation, integrity, and growth.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or a related four-year program (preferred).
• Experience in construction project engineering or similar roles (preferred).
• Knowledge of construction practices, techniques, ADA Title III, contract law, project controls, and building support systems.
• Familiarity with construction safety regulations, building codes, and industry standards (helpful).
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Previous leadership experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and computer literacy.
• Ability to deliver quality work within deadlines, with or without direct supervision.
• Professional interaction with employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Effective teamwork and independent work skills, with clear communication and coordination.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Competence in reading and interpreting documents and writing clear documentation and correspondence.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts.
• Capability to follow detailed oral or written instructions.

Other Qualifications

• Proficiency in construction software (e.g., Procore, Primavera, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Willingness to work both in-office and on project sites, including travel and overnight stays as needed.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and extended hours (average 50-60 hours per week).
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

While performing job duties, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, write, and operate a computer, standard office equipment, and a telephone. Frequent communication with customers is expected. The employee will often move about and reach for items and may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.