Entry Level Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Suffolk, VA

(DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE NO EXPERIENCE IN GROUND UP COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION!!!)

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a mid-level Assistant Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will oversee in-house bid coordination for hotels and car washes. This role is ideal for individuals with 2+ years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager, who have managed a diverse portfolio of commercial projects such as firehouses, medical facilities, retail spaces, hotels, apartments, pharmacies, and multifamily or mixed-use buildings valued at $10M+. Candidates with experience in ground-up or design-build projects are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities with the Superintendent and project team.
• Take full ownership of project finances.
• Organize, understand, and maintain up-to-date contract documents.
• Prepare the project construction schedule in conjunction with the Superintendent and required subcontractor input.
• Coordinate the intent and implementation of the final project budget.
• Issue all subcontracts.
• Plan and schedule projects.
• Prepare a master submittal schedule and submittal log.
• Schedule and conduct regular owner and subcontractor coordination and preconstruction meetings.
• Receive, review, document, and administrate the resolution to all project-specific issues.
• Receive, review, and process all subcontractor Requests for Information and Requests for Proposal forms.
• Prepare, distribute, and acquire approval of all Owner Change Order Requests.
• Prepare and distribute all subcontractor Change Orders and associated budget revisions.
• Prepare and distribute the monthly Owner Applications for payment.
• Oversee all project administrative logs and close-out activities.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience in commercial project management or as an Assistant Project Manager.
• Experience with commercial projects such as hotels, apartments, firehouses, pharmacies, and car washes.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Experience with ground-up projects valued at $3M+.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with construction management and project coordination.
• Coming from a general contractor background is a plus.
• A degree in construction is a plus but not required.

Work Environment

This role is based in our Chesapeake office in a brand new building. We offer a growing company environment in Hampton Roads with competitive pay and opportunities for advancement. Our company has a strong backlog of projects, ensuring stability and growth for our team members.

This is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary + performance-based bonusesComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchCompany vehicle or vehicle allowancePaid time off and holidaysOpportunities for career growth within a well-established contractor

This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

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