Assistant Project Manager
Posted
Summary
Assistant Project Manager (Glass Division) at a glass contractor in Greenville, WI: supports Project Managers coordinating commercial glass construction projects from contract award through closeout — schedules, budgets, change orders, vendor/subcontractor and customer communication, submittals, and jobsite visits — with a path to a full PM role.
Job Title:
Assistant Project Manager- Glass Division
Reports To:
General Manager, Glass Division
Location:
Greenville, WI
Position Summary
The Assistant Project Manager supports Project Managers in coordinating and executing glass construction projects from contract award through completion. This position is designed to provide hands-on project management experience and development, with the opportunity to advance into a Project Manager role. The Assistant Project Manager will progressively assume additional responsibilities in project coordination, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor/vendor communication, change orders, and customer communication while developing the skills and knowledge needed to independently manage projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Project Managers with assigned glass projects from contract execution through final closeout.
- Assist with coordinating project schedules, materials, labor, subcontractors, and vendors to meet project timelines.
- Review construction drawings, customer specifications, project quotes, and scope requirements for accuracy.
- Assist with project budgeting, job cost tracking, profitability monitoring, monthly billing, and schedules of values.
- Prepare, track, and assist with estimating change orders and project scope, pricing, and schedule adjustments.
- Obtain vendor pricing, complete material takeoffs, coordinate purchasing, and track project submittals.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including RFIs, ASIs, construction documents, and project records.
- Assist with customer, general contractor, vendor, and internal team communication while building positive working relationships.
- Attend project meetings, document action items, and follow up on project needs and outstanding issues.
- Visit jobsites to monitor progress and quality, answer field questions, and assist with punch lists and project closeout.
- Rotate through field, fabrication, and estimating departments to develop knowledge of the business and commercial and industrial glazing systems.
- Support a safe, organized jobsite and proactively communicate project issues affecting schedule, cost, quality, or customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
- An undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent experience
- 0–3 years of Project Management experience
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
- Multitasking, prioritization, and attention to detail
- Organization across multiple time-sensitive projects
- Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills
- Comfort working in both office and field environments
- Ability to follow directions, ask questions, work independently and with a team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office