Job Overview – Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Construction):
Compensation: $80,000 – $110,000/year
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Atlantic Group is hiring an Assistant Project Manager (Commercial Construction) for our client in Philadelphia, PA. In this role, you’ll support high-end construction projects in public, institutional, and municipal sectors, including higher education and assisted living. Working closely with Project Managers, you’ll coordinate schedules, manage subcontractors, and ensure quality, safety, and budget alignment. Ideal candidates have experience in commercial framing, drywall, or general contracting and are ready to grow in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities as the Assistant Project Manager:
- Project Coordination: Support active projects from pre-construction to closeout, ensuring alignment with timelines and budgets.
- Field & Subcontractor Support: Assist with job site progress, coordinate subcontractors, and help resolve on-site issues.
- Documentation & Compliance: Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and maintain accurate project records.
- Scheduling & Procurement: Help schedule project phases and coordinate timely delivery of materials and resources.
- Client & Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with clients, vendors, and architects to support execution and uphold service standards.
Qualifications for the Assistant Project Manager:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: 2-4 years in commercial framing, drywall, or general contracting, preferably on high-end, detail-focused projects.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and project management software such as Procore or Buildertrend.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with construction documentation, permitting processes, subcontractor coordination, and site safety protocols.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong organizational and multitasking skills, effective communication abilities, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality execution.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.