Assistant Project Manager - Light Industrial Construction

• Accelerated career growth scaling to PM!
• Growing GC with a strong backlog through 2027!

About Our Client Our client is a privately held, design-build general contractor with a strong footprint across the Southeast. The business has built a reputation as a specialist in complex industrial and temperature-controlled facilities.

Job Description

• Review design drawings and specifications
• Track permitting process and assist in its procurement
• Identify the required scopes of work to complete the project
• Compose the scope of work identifying products, specifications, performance standards and contract documents
• Prepare and distribute bid packages to qualified vendors and conduct pre-bid meetings
• Qualify bids and bidders, and make selections
• Establish construction schedule and develop related budget
• Direct the activities involved with the preparation of mock-ups
• Fine tune the scope of work and adjust the schedule / budgetary items as required to meet the pro forma expectations
• Regularly update and report on the project's performance through the schedule, cost report, weekly report, progress photos and accounting conference calls
• Regularly monitor field operations through site visits and inspections
• Monitor and advise on job safety protocols
• Provide guidance and support to onsite personnel
• Acts as liaison between property management and construction team
• Review and approve subcontractor draw requests
• Prepare and submit contracts, change orders and purchase orders
• Prepare and submit change events as required

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Background in industrial, tilt-wall, or ground-up construction projects strongly preferred
• Experience within cold storage or temperature-controlled environments is highly advantageous
• Technical degree level education in construction or related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Stable work record
• Knowledge in Construction Management or related field required

What's on Offer

• Compensation: Base, $90,000 - $120,000 + benefits

Contact: Brandon Kemp Quote job ref: JN-092026-7115853