Assistant Project Manager

Who we are:

Progressive Contracting Co., Inc is a full service commercial General Contractor based in Sanford, NC with both private and public contracts ranging from tenant fitups to multimillion dollar projects across central North Carolina. We are builders at heart. We take pride in bringing our clients’ vision to life and in being worthy of the trust they place in us. We grow deliberately and hire candidates that fit our core values:

• We tell the truth, even when the news isn’t good.
• We earn trust through accountability, knowledge, and partnership by working beside our clients, not against them, with neither side imposing on the other.
• We treat every trade, laborer, inspector, and coworker with respect and hold each accountable for the quality of their work.
• We build it right even when no one would know we didn’t.
• The right answer drives the decision, not the margin on the decision.
• We manage every detail with vigilance to create value adds, quality improvements, and impactful moments in every build.

The desire to add value to the construction process is essential.

Job/Candidate Description:

We are seeking an organized, detail oriented, and analytical individual for an upper level Assistant Project Manager position. You will work directly alongside an experienced Project Manager on every phase of a project to learn how we manage our sites. Background in construction, engineering, or mathematics is strongly encouraged.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist the Project manager in all phases of commercial construction projects including:

• Owner and Architect communication, and preparation of construction progress reports.
• Coordination with all project team members so schedules and budgets are met
• Monitoring project progress and addressing challenges early to prevent delays.
• Construction budgeting and cost tracking.
• Subcontractor submittal review and approval.
• Attending site meetings, inspections, and progress review.

Represent the Company in a positive and professional manner.

Support jobsite safety standards across your projects.

Raise issues early and honestly, with potential solutions, to the Project Manager.

Support business development and company marketing efforts.

Requirements:

• Strong organizational and analytical skis, with close attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Excel.
• First hand knowledge and preparation of job cost studies, Owner change orders, RFI's, Subcontract Agreements.
• Self motivated and a strong work ethic.
• Degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred, but not required.

Benefits:

• SIMPLE IRA with company match
• Health Insurance
• Access to Vision and Dental Insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave