Job Title: Assistant Project ManagerJob DescriptionWe are seeking an Assistant Project Manager with 1-3 years of construction management experience. This role requires hands-on experience in supporting commercial, industrial, warehouse/distribution, manufacturing, or similar construction projects. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of subcontractor management, project financial tracking, scheduling, buyouts, procurement, site coordination, and project documentation. You will assist with all phases of the project lifecycle, from preconstruction through closeout, while supporting the Project Manager in maintaining budget, schedule, quality, and client expectations.
Responsibilities
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting coordination.
- Administer contracts and track costs.
- Handle forecasting and maintain communication with owners, subcontractors, design teams, and internal stakeholders.
- Help deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high standards of quality and client service.
Essential Skills
- 1-3 years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, or similar role.
- Experience in construction management with exposure to project financial activities such as cost tracking and budgeting.
- Subcontractor management and cradle-to-grave project management experience.
- Proficiency in Autodesk Build, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Tilt-wall construction experience is highly preferred.
- Client-facing experience and strong communication skills.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing responsibilities with limited supervision.
- Stable employment history with demonstrated career progression.
Work EnvironmentThis is a 100% in-office position, requiring candidates to be local and able to commute daily. Occasional travel to project sites outside the immediate market may be necessary. The typical workweek is 45-50 hours, Monday through Friday, with workload varying based on project demands. The company emphasizes balancing project responsibilities with family life whenever possible. Current projects include two box builds and one design build. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.48 - $55.29/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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