Assistant Project Manager

Fessler & Bowman

Assistant Project Manager supporting successful completion of construction projects at Fessler & Bowman. Collaborate with teams for overall project planning, scheduling, and compliance with quality standards.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assistant Project Managers assist Project Teams in the successful completion of construction projects.
Responsible for overall project planning and scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting, and control.
Provide technical direction and ensure compliance with quality standards and applicable laws.
Document and distribute accurate and complete meeting minutes including “Lessons Learned”.
Create, maintain and close out accurate Project Budgets that track project financial performance.
Ensure timely processing of the project A/R and A/P requirements in conjunction with corporate financial team support.
Collaborate in conjunction with field operations to ensure budgeted profitability is achieved on every project.
Assist in managing the Prime Contract and Prime Contract Change orders.
Develop, maintain, and cascade the project schedule to field operations and subcontractors.
Review Project Daily Log on each project for accuracy and completeness.
Communicate concerns to the project team and field operations.
Review equipment utilization compared to budget, communicating progress daily.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, or equivalent in training and experience.
At least 3 years of construction experience and knowledge of civil construction practices.
At minimum, a basic understanding of standard civil construction equipment.
At minimum, a basic understanding of the order of operation of civil field activities.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals.
Knowledge of Procore would be very helpful, Microsoft products specifically Microsoft Project.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401k with company contributions
Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

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Hard Skills & Tools

project planningschedulingresource allocationproject accountingbudget managementfinancial performance trackingcontract managementcivil construction practicesequipment utilizationproblem-solving

Soft Skills

communicationorganizational skillsadaptabilityflexibilitycollaborationtechnical directionattention to detailconcern communicationteam supportmeeting documentation

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management