Assistant Project Manager; APM

Job Overview

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is a key leadership-support role focused on providing technical, administrative, and logistical coordination for underground utility, infrastructure, and heavy civil construction projects. This position will serve as a critical link between project design, field execution, and maintaining proper cost control/budget adherence.

• Technical Analysis & Project Execution – Review project specifications/drawings and prepare submittal packages. Initiate and manage RFIs (Requests for Information). Translate design plans, specifications, and approved submittals/RFIs into actionable instructions or drawings for Superintendents and field crews. Manage the tracking and cost coding of project labor hours, material costs, and equipment expenses. Assist in managing design changes and the submission of potential change orders.
  
  Monitor project expenditures and the review/routing of invoices for approval.
• Communication & Documentation – Ensure all crews, subcontractors, and vendors are updated on expectations/personnel movements. Collaborate on project plans/drawings and ensure proper document management/annotation. Prepare and distribute daily/weekly internal project updates.
• Logistics & Procurement – Proactively manage and coordinate subcontractor logistics, including material delivery, equipment needs, and scheduling. Expedite material and equipment procurement requests from Foremen and Superintendents. Lead site visits and daily check-ins to assess progress, address site-specific issues, and ensure work aligns with the overall project schedule/quality standards. Collaborate with owners, clients, and design engineers in meetings to provide updates on project status, schedule, and upcoming needs.

• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in civil construction project coordination, management, or a related support role is preferred. Proven success and a strong understanding of large underground utility or heavy civil on-site operations are highly preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel. Familiarity with Bluebeam, P6, and CAD is a plus.
• Project Specifications:
  Demonstrated ability to translate technical documents into field-ready instructions to ensure accurate execution of work.
• Mindset: A detail-oriented leader with excellent time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously to meet strict deadlines. Must be self-motivated, open-minded, a team player, and possess a strong desire to learn.
• Communication:
  Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate effective communication between subcontractors, suppliers, and in-office/field personnel throughout the project lifecycle.
• Location & Travel:
  Based primarily within the Atlanta, GA area. This is a 100% on-site and in-office role (not remote or hybrid) with travel required as needed by specific project needs.
• Other:
  Must be authorized to work in the US, possess a valid driver’s license with a clean MVR, and pass a pre-employment drug screening/physical.

• Competitive Compensation Package
• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental, & Vision for the Entire Family
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + Company Match
• 100% Company-Paid STD, LTD, & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development & Education Opportunities
• Long-Term Career Growth & Family-Oriented Work Culture

Join a culture of excellence where your leadership defines our success. Bring your vision to the forefront of construction. Apply Now!