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Assistant Project Manager

Wharton-Smith, Inc

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Tampa, FLHybrid
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, administering, and executing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The role assists with budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, change management, and communication between office and field operations. It is described as a transitional leadership position that develops operational management, financial oversight, contract administration, and client coordination skills, and may provide full-time on-site support depending on project size and complexity.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project Startup and MobilizationCPM Scheduling SoftwareConstruction Management SoftwarePresentation DevelopmentProject DocumentationComputer ProficiencyProject PlanningSchedulingReportingCommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationRelationship BuildingLeadershipCoachingMentoringOrganizationProblem SolvingTime ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteWordExcelPowerPointOutlook

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or Related Field1 Year ExperienceValid Driver's License4+ Years Construction Experience

Full job description

Must have the following in order to apply: - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field - One (1) year of experience - Experience supporting project startup and mobilization activities - Valid driver's license Preferred Qualifications: - Four (4) to seven (7) years of construction-related experience preferred Skills: - - Proficient in CPM scheduling software - Experience with construction management software - Ability to create professional presentations and project documentation - Computer proficiency is required to support project planning, scheduling, and reporting - Verbal and written communication skills - Ability to develop presentations, project-specific write-ups, and qualification packages - Collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and departments - Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships and foster a team environment - Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities to support employee growth and development - Organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills - Ability to communicate project status, resource needs, and issues with Project Managers, Project Executives, and General Superintendents Technical Skills: - Proficient in CPM scheduling software - Experience with construction management software - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) - Ability to create professional presentations and project documentation - Computer proficiency is required to support project planning, scheduling, and reporting Required Screenings: Drug Testing/Screening; Background Checks; Reference Checks; Motor Vehicle Record Checks. Job Description: The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in the planning, coordination, administration, and execution of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role serves as a transitional leadership position focused on developing operational management, financial oversight, contract administration, and client coordination skills while assisting with overall project performance. The Assistant Project Manager plays an active role in project budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, and change management while supporting communication between office and field operations. Responsibilities: Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting activities Support development, maintenance, and monitoring of project schedules and production plans Assist with owner billings, subcontractor pay applications, and project cost management processes Coordinate subcontract agreements, purchase orders, procurement activities, and material deliveries Support management of change orders, extra work authorizations, and contract documentation Facilitate owner, subcontractor, and internal coordination meetings and maintain meeting records Monitor submittal, shop drawing, and procurement processes to support project schedules Coordinate permitting, inspections, startup, testing, commissioning, and closeout activities Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor construction progress, quality standards, production planning, and safety performance. Depending on project size and complexity, this role may be assigned to provide full-time on-site project support Collaborate with Superintendents and field leadership to support operational efficiency and schedule compliance Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor construction progress, quality standards, production planning, and safety performance. Depending on project size and complexity, this role may be assigned to provide full-time on-site project support ##### Independently manage small projects

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