Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction - DC

My client, a family-owned construction firm in Washington, D.C., is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support large-scale multi-family and commercial projects ranging from $20M to $60M. This role offers fast-track career growth, a collaborative team environment, and the opportunity to work on diverse, high-value projects in the D.C. area.

Client Details

My client is a family-owned and operated construction firm with over 23 years of experience specializing in commercial construction, renovations, historic restorations, and multi-family residential projects. Based in Washington, D.C., the company serves clients across the District, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. They have built a reputation for excellence by maintaining long-term relationships with repeat clients and consistently delivering high-quality projects without the need for competitive bidding.

Their portfolio includes multifamily developments, mixed-use spaces, office buildings, luxury townhomes, retail, and structural repair projects, with values typically ranging from $20 million to $100 million. Most of their work is concentrated in downtown D.C., with additional projects in Montgomery County and Northern Virginia.

Description

Position Overview: Assistant Project Manager
My client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to join their growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced project managers on large-scale multi-family and commercial construction projects ranging from $20 million to $60 million. The ideal candidate will have a passion for construction, strong organizational skills, and a desire to grow within a collaborative, family-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project managers in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, and subcontractor performance to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Review and track project documentation, including contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and progress reports.
• Collaborate with project teams, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to address issues and maintain quality standards.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to safety and construction protocols.
• Help maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and proactive problem-solving.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in construction management, ideally on multi-family or commercial projects.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow within the company.

Job Offer

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k employer match
• Company phone and laptop (can also do a phone allowance of $90/month)
• Annual performance based bonus
• 2 weeks PTO (can be flexible to 3 weeks) + company holidays
• Company vehicle for Supers, vehicle allowance for PMs, Assistant PMs, Assistant Supers

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