Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager – Construction Location: Indianapolis, IN | 100% Onsite Job Type: Direct Hire, Full-Time Salary: $50,000–$75,000 annually Schedule: Typically 7:00 AM–4:00 PM but flexible Job Summary We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support a seasoned Project Manager on a construction renovation project in Indianapolis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in construction administration, project coordination, construction accounting, or project support who wants to grow into a full Project Manager role. The Assistant Project Manager will help manage subcontractors, construction contracts, draw requests, project billing, and project documentation, while gaining hands-on exposure to both the field and financial sides of construction project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with the day-to-day administration and coordination of a construction renovation project.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for subcontractors.
• Monitor subcontractor work and contract progress.
• Assist with the preparation, review, and management of construction contracts and subcontractor agreements.
• Review subcontractor invoices and verify billing against work completed in the field.
• Coordinate the construction draw request and billing process.
• Submit accurate billing and project information to the Accounting team for inclusion in bank draw requests.
• Maintain organized construction project documentation and contract records.
• Communicate with subcontractors, field personnel, Accounting, banking contacts, project leadership, and company ownership.
• Develop a working knowledge of contract requirements, project financials, and construction processes.
• Learn directly from experienced construction professionals while taking on increasing project management responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or a related field preferred.
• Candidates without a degree should have previous experience supporting the administrative, financial, or coordination side of construction projects.
• Previous experience as a Construction Administrator, Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager, Project Accountant, or similar role is highly desirable.
• Exposure to construction contracts, subcontractor management, AIA billing, draw requests, job costing, change orders, or construction project documentation is a strong plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to understand and learn construction contracts and billing processes.
• Comfortable working across both field and office environments.
• Ability to take direction and learn from experienced construction professionals.

Ideal Candidate The strongest candidate will have a foundation in the administrative or financial side of construction and a desire to build a long-term career in construction project management. You may be a great fit if you currently work in construction administration, project coordination, construction accounting, project billing, or project support and are ready for an opportunity that provides greater exposure to the full project lifecycle. Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Construction project coordination
• Subcontractor communication
• Contract administration
• Construction billing and draw requests
• AIA billing exposure
• Job costing
• Change orders
• Project documentation
• Invoice review
• Relationship management
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time, direct-hire position
• 100% onsite in Indianapolis, Indiana
• Approximately 40 hours per week, with occasional additional hours based on project needs
• Typical schedule of 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Hands-on interaction with both construction field operations and office-based project administration

Compensation

$50,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Why Consider This Opportunity? This position offers a strong career path for someone looking to transition from construction administration or project coordination into construction project management. You will work directly alongside experienced construction professionals while gaining exposure to contracts, subcontractors, project billing, financial processes, and field operations.

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

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