Assistant Project Manager - General Construction

Position Summary

Great States Construction, a leading commercial general contractor based in Fargo, ND, is seeking a driven and organized Assistant Project Manager to support project management teams on multi-family and commercial construction projects in the Fargo market. The Assistant Project Manager will work directly under the supervision of the VP of Construction, assisting with project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and coordination between office and field teams.

This role provides a career development path toward becoming a Project Manager.

• Support the Project Managers in all aspects of project delivery, from pre-construction through closeout.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and financial reports.
• Help coordinate subcontractor contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Maintain project documentation, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.
• Facilitate communication between office and field teams, working closely with Superintendents to ensure alignment.
• Support client and subcontractor meetings, providing accurate updates and documentation.
• Assist with procurement of materials and services.
• Contribute to project closeout by helping track punch lists, warranties, and final documentation.

• 2–5 years of construction project management experience, preferably with exposure to multi-family and commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of construction project phases and contract administration.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with construction technology tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Clean driving record.

• Experience with Procore (preferred).
• Familiarity with Bluebeam or similar software.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Team-oriented with a commitment to professional growth.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with HSA
• Supplementary insurance
• 401k with a match of 3%
• Flexible time off and 9 paid holidays
• Paid volunteer hours
• Professional development opportunities

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional site visits requiring standing/walking for extended periods.

At Great States Construction, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, dynamic work environment where our team members are empowered to make a difference. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will work directly with a Senior Project Manager, gaining valuable experience in multi-family and commercial construction while contributing to the success of projects across the Fargo, ND market.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER