Assistant Project Manager - Construction

Kiferbaum Development Group is an integrated Owner/Developer/General Contractor, responsible for the full lifecycle of our projects from acquisition and design through construction, closeout, and operations. This structure allows for streamlined decision-making, strong alignment between development and construction, and a hands-on, solutions-oriented project environment.

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will support multiple active projects and work directly with the project superintendents and owner/developer. This role is intended for an experienced construction professional who prefers to support project execution rather than directly run projects.

The APM is expected to be well-organized, take initiative, identify issues early, and propose practical solutions. This position requires strong technical construction knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and comfort operating in a fast-paced, owner-driven environment.

Current and upcoming projects include a 50-unit mixed-use apartment building, a 30-unit mixed-use apartment building, a 4-unit mixed-use apartment building, and a single-family subdivision with 9 homes.

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Preconstruction & Procurement

• Support bidding, scope development, takeoffs, buyout, and subcontract issuance
• Analyze bids for scope gaps, risk, and alignment
• Assist with subcontractor selection and procurement strategy

Cost, Contracts & Financial Tracking

• Track subcontract agreements, COIs, compliance, commitments, and cost exposure
• Support change order pricing and documentation (PCOs/COs)
• Assist with pay applications, lien waivers, and owner billing support
• Manage RFIs and submittals from creation through resolution
• Maintain accurate, organized project documentation and drawing control
• Communicate approved changes and clarifications to project teams

Schedule & Planning Support

• Assist with schedule development and maintenance
• Track short-term look-ahead schedules and identify schedule risks
• Document schedule impacts related to RFIs, submittals, and changes

Field Coordination & Quality Control

• Work closely with Superintendents to support field execution
• Assist with trade coordination, sequencing, and issue resolution
• Verify work complies with contract documents and quality standards

Safety, Compliance & Inspections

• Track subcontractor safety documentation and compliance requirements
• Support inspections, testing, and incident documentation as needed

Owner Interface & Communication

• Work directly with the Owner/Developer on documentation, analysis, and project support
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and track action items
• Coordinate communication between ownership, PMs, Superintendents, design teams, and subcontractors

Punch List & Closeout

• Support punch list creation, tracking, and closeout
• Coordinate warranties, O&Ms, as-builts, inspections, and project turnover
• Assist with final lien waivers and retainage release

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Architecture
• 3–10 years of construction or engineering experience
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, cost tracking, and procurement support
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple projects