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Assistant Project Manager - Light Industrial

Full TimeOn Site
Atlanta, Georgia

, Atlanta, Georgia 30301 • Michael Page - Atlanta, Georgia

Assistant Project Manager

Our client is a market-leading design-build specialist delivering complex industrial and commercial facilities across the U.S., with particular expertise in logistics, cold storage, food distribution, manufacturing, and high-specification operational environments. Based on a fully integrated planning, design, and construction model, they are recognized for providing efficient, scalable solutions that help businesses expand, optimize operations, and support long-term growth.

Job Description

Track permitting process and assist in its procurement

Identify the required scopes of work to complete the project

Compose the scope of work identifying products, specifications, performance standards and contract documents

Review design drawings and specifications

Prepare and distribute bid packages to qualified vendors and conduct pre-bid meetings

Qualify bids and bidders, and make selections

Establish construction schedule and develop related budget

Direct the activities involved with the preparation of mock-ups

Fine tune the scope of work and adjust the schedule / budgetary items as required to meet the pro forma expectations

Regularly update and report on the project's performance through the schedule, cost report, weekly report, progress photos and accounting conference calls

Regularly monitor field operations through site visits and inspections

Monitor and advise on job safety protocols

Provide guidance and support to onsite personnel

Acts as liaison between property management and construction team

Review and approve subcontractor draw requests

Prepare and submit contracts, change orders and purchase orders

Prepare and submit change events as required

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant Project Manager should have:

Background in industrial, tilt-wall, or ground-up construction projects strongly preferred

Experience within cold storage or temperature-controlled environments is highly advantageous

Technical degree level education in construction or related field

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Stable work record

Knowledge in Construction Management or related field required

DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU HAVE PRIOR COMMERCIAL GENERAL CONTRACTOR EXPERIENCE.

What's on Offer

Compensation: Base, $90,000 - $120,000 + benefits

Comprehensive benefits package.

Opportunity to work on impactful construction projects in the Atlanta area.

Interested? Apply today.