Assistant Project Manager
The Assistant Project Manager at Confidential Client supports the delivery of heavy civil construction projects by assisting Project Managers and Superintendents with plan interpretation, submittal management, scheduling, and coordination of vendors and subcontractors. This full-time role offers early-career professionals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in civil construction within a collaborative, mission-driven company focused on federal and commercial projects.
About Careertakes
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About the Role
This Assistant Project Manager role (Assistant Project Manager – West Biloxi, MS) supports heavy civil construction projects for a Confidential Client in the Civil Construction / Utilities / Sitework industry. This is a full-time, on-site role based in West Biloxi, MS. Compensation: $85,000–$120,000 per year plus performance bonuses and benefits.
What You’ll Do
- Interpret project plans and specifications and support quality execution on site
- Assist with reviewing, tracking, and managing project submittals
- Generate purchase orders and track material deliveries and inventory
- Support project scheduling, vendor and subcontractor coordination
- Prepare and organize daily field reports and documentation for project leadership
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and client requirements (including contract-specific standards)
- Provide general project support to Project Managers and Superintendents
Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship is required to meet federal project requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required) or Construction Management (preferred)
- 1+ years of experience in heavy civil construction preferred; strong entry-level candidates with relevant academic experience encouraged
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to pass state and federal background checks necessary to access military bases and federal facilities
- Progress toward or possession of Civil Engineer licensure is a plus
- Team-oriented mindset and ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust 401(k) with company match
- Performance-based bonuses tied to project results
- Paid training and certification opportunities
- Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Travel projects with per diem when working away from home
- Weekly pay cycle where applicable
- Opportunities for prevailing wage projects and recognition programs
Schedule & Location
- Employment type: Full-Time — Monday through Friday
- Primary workplace: West Biloxi, MS (on-site). This position requires relocation to the West Biloxi office. Projects will require travel to job sites; per diem provided as applicable.
- Candidates must be able to comply with federal/state background checks for site access
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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