Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager – Industrial

HITT

Assistant Project Manager supporting industrial commercial construction projects at HITT Contracting. Coordinating budgets, schedules, documentation, subcontractors, and project closeout.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeFalls Church • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $77,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within commercial construction, including budget management, quality control, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing project-specific software systems to enhance operational efficiency and collaboration.

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Project ManagementCommercial Construction ExperienceBudget ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteProCore

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingQuality ControlRFI ManagementSubmittal ManagementPay Application ApprovalData InterpretationConstruction DocumentationPre-Construction RFP DevelopmentChange Order NegotiationProject Closeout

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTask ManagementCollaborationIntegrityAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ProCoreAdobeBlueBeamJD Edwards

Industry Keywords

Commercial General ContractorConstruction Safety StandardsProject LogisticsContinuous ImprovementClient Relationship Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Obtain, evaluate, coordinate, and distribute information and authorizations needed to construct projects on time, within budget, and to specified quality
Protect and promote the interests of the business and client
Maintain adherence to HITT’s safety standards
Ensure required documentation is filed
Assist in creating and managing project budgets
Develop pre-construction RFP packages
Assist with project meetings, milestone setting, and monthly owner reports
Establish job processes for RFIs, submittals, and pay applications
Approve pay applications and negotiate subcontract change orders
Update project schedules
Ensure project quality control and establish overall project logistics
Assist with project closeout
Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the project

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma required
Four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred
In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable
2-5 years’ experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor
Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred
Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including Microsoft Office suite, ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, and JD Edwards
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with strong business writing and verbal skills
Ability to gather and interpret data and communicate meaningful information clearly
Ability to organize and manage tasks and priorities
Ability to demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and HITT’s core values
Commitment to continuous improvement and self-improvement
Adaptability and flexibility with technology, design, means, and methods
Ability to collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles
Ability to create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
Respectfulness, punctuality, and engagement
Must comply with HITT’s drug-free workplace policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonuses
Premium health care coverage including vision and dental
Employer-matched 401(k)
Wellness reimbursement program
Paid holidays and time-off
Other voluntary benefits and leave types