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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support commercial and heavy-civil construction projects. This is an early-career, hands-on construction management role—ideal for candidates with ~2+ years of direct construction experience (including internships/co-ops) or recent graduates in Construction Management or Civil Engineering who can demonstrate practical construction knowledge and strong communication skills.

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What You’ll Do

• Support administrative and technical execution of commercial and heavy-civil projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Manage construction documents: organize, distribute, and control plans, specifications, and project records.
• Prepare, process, and track Requests for Information (RFIs) to ensure timely answers to project questions.
• Coordinate and track submittals and shop drawings to maintain schedule compliance.
• Assist with change order preparation, review, and cost-impact documentation.
• Support contract administration and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Assist with project scheduling using Procore or similar tools; help update and monitor timelines and milestones.
• Track project costs, quantities, and budget items; help identify variances or cost impacts.
• Support bid review and estimating tasks by gathering quantities and coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate purchasing activities: obtain quotes, issue purchase orders, confirm deliveries.
• Facilitate clear communication between field and office personnel (superintendents, subcontractors, project managers).
• Assist with project closeout: final documentation, as-built records, warranties, and turnover packages.
• Maintain document control systems with accurate versioning and accessibility for stakeholders.
• Represent Confidential Client professionally and maintain confidentiality of company and customer information.
• Collaborate with the team to uphold core values: safety, integrity, collaboration, respect, and innovation.

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Essential Qualifications

• Approximately 2+ years of directly relevant construction management experience (including internships/co-ops).
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; OR an associate degree plus 3+ years of construction experience.
• Experience in commercial, civil, heavy-highway, infrastructure, or design-build environments.
• Hands-on experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, scheduling, cost tracking, or document control.
• Experience using Procore or similar construction/project-management software.
• Entry-level knowledge of heavy-highway construction methods, materials, costing, scheduling, and estimating.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a project-driven environment.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills; ability to work across office and field teams.

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Preferred / Additional Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or managerial experience in construction.
• Four-year degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of construction/project-management software.
• Professional demeanor appropriate for client-facing interactions.
• Self-motivated, high integrity, and a team player with a desire to progress toward a Project Manager role.

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Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time, salaried, typically Monday–Friday (approx. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; ~45 hours/week).
• Primarily office-based with regular visits to active construction sites as needed.
• Onsite workplace: Clifford, IN (this role is primarily on-site).
• Professional, presentable attire required for office and client-facing settings.
• Values-driven culture emphasizing safety, integrity, collaboration, respect, and innovation.

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Job Type & Location

• Employment type: Contract to Hire, Full-Time
• Location: Clifford, IN (onsite)

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Pay & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $32.69 – $37.50 per hour. Actual pay will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
• Benefits (if eligible) may include: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) plan; life insurance; short/long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; paid time off and holidays.

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What We Value

Confidential Client seeks candidates who align with core operating values—safety, integrity, collaboration, respect, and innovation—and who are committed to professional growth. This role offers clear mentorship and development opportunities for candidates interested in advancing to a Project Manager role.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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