Role: Assistant Project Manager - Water & Wastewater Construction
Location: Atlanta, GA
Salary: $90K-$115K
We're working with a leading self-performing heavy civil contractor that is expanding its Water & Wastewater team across the Atlanta metro area. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they're looking to hire an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the successful delivery of complex municipal water and wastewater treatment plant projects.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career with a well-established contractor that invests in its people and offers clear progression into Project Management.
What You'll Be Doing
- Support the Project Manager with the day-to-day delivery of water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects.
- Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field operations to ensure project milestones are achieved.
- Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and project documentation.
- Monitor project progress and help maintain schedules and budgets.
- Attend project meetings and liaise with clients, engineers, and internal teams.
- Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
- Assist with project closeout and documentation.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in an Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, or similar project support role within heavy civil construction.
- Previous experience working on water and/or wastewater treatment plant construction projects.
- Contractor-side construction experience is essential (candidates from consulting, engineering, inspection, or owner-side backgrounds will not be considered).
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive attitude and desire to develop into a Project Manager.
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary of up to $115,000
- $1,000/month vehicle allowance.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Clear career progression into a Project Manager position.
- Long-term pipeline of work throughout the Atlanta metro area, with limited travel requirements.
- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.