• Construction Assistant Project Manager

    Actalent (Chesapeake, VA)


    Job Title: Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

    Job Description

    We are seeking a mid-level Assistant Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will oversee in-house bid coordination for projects including hotels and car washes. We are looking for individuals with over 5 years of experience as a Project Manager who have managed a diverse portfolio of commercial projects such as fire houses, medical facilities, retail, hotels, apartments, pharmacies, and multifamily or mixed-use projects valued at $10M+. Candidates with ground-up or design-build experience are highly preferred.

    Responsibilities

    + Coordinate all activities with the Superintendent and project team.

    + Manage all project finances.

    + Organize, understand, and maintain up-to-date contract documents.

    + Prepare the project construction schedule in conjunction with the Superintendent and required subcontractor input.

    + Coordinate the intent and implementation of the final project budget.

    + Issue all subcontracts.

    + Plan and schedule projects.

    + Prepare a master submittal schedule and submittal log.

    + Schedule and conduct regular owner and subcontractor coordination and preconstruction meetings.

    + Receive, review, document, and administrate the resolution to all project-specific issues.

    + Process all subcontractor Requests for Information and Requests for Proposal forms.

    + Prepare, distribute, and acquire approval of all Owner Change Order Requests.

    + Prepare and distribute all subcontractor Change Orders and associated budget revisions.

    + Prepare and distribute the monthly Owner Applications for payment.

    + Oversight of all project administrative logs and close-out activities.

    Essential Skills

    + 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager managing commercial projects valued at $10M+.

    + Experience with commercial contracts administration or as a Project Manager Assistant for 2+ years.

    + Ability to work independently.

    + Ground-up experience on projects valued at $3M+.

    + Proficiency in construction management and project coordination.

    + Strong communication and organization skills.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Coming from a general contractor is a plus.

    + Construction degree is a plus but not required.

    + Experience with submittals and change orders.

    + Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes.

    Work Environment

    The position is based in our Chesapeake office. Our company is growing rapidly in Hampton Roads, and we are almost finished building a new office to accommodate a larger staff. We offer competitive pay and direct access to ownership. There is ample opportunity to advance within the company, and we have a strong backlog of projects ensuring stable work continuity.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.