Assistant Construction Project Manager

Description

About Columbia Construction

At Columbia Construction, we build more than structures — we build relationships, opportunities, and trust. For over 95 years, Columbia has delivered exceptional projects across the Northeast, guided by The Columbia Way: collaborate as one team, think creatively, act with integrity, and deliver excellence for our clients.

Our success is driven by people who are passionate about teamwork, innovation, and doing the right thing — every time.

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports Project Management teams with coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and trade partner management throughout all phases of construction. The APM plays a key role in maintaining documentation accuracy, facilitating stakeholder communication, and ensuring that project goals are achieved safely, on time, and within budget.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional with 1–3 years of APM experience in a construction management environment, seeking to grow within a collaborative, high-performance company culture.

• Attend preliminary site walkthroughs and project meetings; prepare and distribute meeting minutes.
• Assist with documentation and tracking of submittals, RFIs, change orders, requisitions, and permits.
• Maintain procurement logs and ensure all project documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent with day-to-day coordination and communication.

• Assist with preparation and issuance of change orders and budget updates.
• Support management of Attachment A’s and related financial documentation.
• Help prepare and submit monthly requisitions and cost reports.

• Support setup, use, and maintenance of Procore, Microsoft Project, Open Space, and Hammer Tech.
• Ensure accurate data entry and help project teams leverage software tools effectively.

• Foster strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and internal team members.
• Communicate project updates clearly and proactively.
• Promote a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach consistent with The Columbia Way.

• Assist in implementing and maintaining project-specific safety programs.
• Reinforce Columbia’s culture of safety and accountability on every project.

• Strong project coordination skills to assist in planning, scheduling, and tracking progress.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with clients, trade partners, and team members.
• Demonstrated team collaboration and commitment to supporting project leadership.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for managing documentation and multiple priorities.
• Effective time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) or similar project management tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of Assistant Project Management experience in a construction management company required.
• Experience in building construction, engineering, or project coordination preferred.
• OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Certification preferred.

• Office:
  Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
• Construction Site:
  Walking uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, and exposure to machinery and heavy equipment.
• Protective Gear: PPE required, including safety glasses, clothing, and hard hat.
• Hours:
  
  Standard work hours, with occasional evenings or weekends during critical project phases.

• Collaboration:
  
  Work as one team with respect, trust, and shared purpose.
• Ingenuity:
  Embrace challenges and think creatively to find better solutions.
• Integrity:
  Do what’s right — for our clients, partners, and each other.
• Client Focus:
  Strive to understand our clients’ needs and exceed expectations.

Join us, and build your future The Columbia Way.

Columbia Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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