The Axel Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our client’s team. This position supports the Project Manager and Project Executive with core project management activities that help drive the overall direction, coordination, and successful completion of construction projects. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, deadline-driven, and comfortable partnering with owners, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Support the overall direction and completion of assigned projects in partnership with the Project Manager.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with key project stakeholders (owner, design team, subcontractors, vendors).
• Assist with preconstruction activities, including bidders list creation and bid package development.
• Support bid solicitation and tracking, including monitoring bidder participation, receiving bids, scope review, and contract award support.
• Help establish and maintain project-specific procedures, logs, and documentation as needed.
• Expedite, receive, review, and distribute project submittals in accordance with project specifications and established standards.
• Ensure critical project documentation is properly received, logged, and maintained throughout the project lifecycle, including:
  • Contracts
  • Certified payrolls (as applicable)
  • Insurance certificates (per requirements/specifications)
  • Performance and payment bonds (per requirements/specifications)
  • Project-specific compliance documentation (e.g., EEO and participation requirements)
  • Requests for Information (RFIs)
  • Sketches (SKs), Supplemental Instructions (ASIs), and drawing/drawing revision logs
• Periodically update drawings and specifications with revisions received from the design team.
• Issue change order proposal requests to subcontractors and suppliers as needed (including supporting design documents such as SKs/ASIs).
• Track and review change order proposal pricing; maintain a detailed log and periodically update project management software with cost information.
• Attend project meetings and prepare, record, and distribute meeting minutes.
• Pursue and assemble closeout documentation in accordance with company policy and contract requirements.
• Assist the Project Superintendent as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and perform other duties in support of the project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in an Assistant Project Manager or Project Engineer role.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail, urgency, and accountability.
• Self-starter mentality with an ownership mindset; able to work with minimal supervision.
• Professional demeanor and presentation appropriate for business-related interactions.

Technical Skills

• General proficiency with Microsoft Windows.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Reader and Bluebeam.
• Preferred: Sage (Timberline) project management software experience.
• Preferred: Primavera scheduling software experience.

Compensation

• Salary: $70,000–$100,000 (based on experience)

Additional Details

• This role is highly collaborative and requires consistent communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Responsibilities may vary based on project needs and may include additional tasks in support of successful project delivery.