Construction Project Manager Job at Calculated Hire in Atlanta

Assistant Project Manager

Atlanta, GA

Direct Hire

Reports to: Vice President of Construction

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager and Development Associate throughout all project phases — from conceptual design to project close-out. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards, while coordinating closely with development teams, architects, subcontractors, and site staff.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in construction project management or coordination preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with Procore and construction project documentation is a plus.

Responsibilities:

Project Coordination & Communication

• Build and maintain strong relationships with the Development Team, Architects, and Construction Executives.
• Attending and coordinate preconstruction meetings.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams, subcontractors, and outside agencies (including GA Power and other utilities).
• Schedule, organize, and participate in staff, OAC, subcontractor, and safety meetings.

Preconstruction & Planning

• Assist in developing phasing plans with the Project Superintendent that balance constructability, budget, and AHJ requirements.
• Create and maintain the overall project schedule in coordination with the Superintendent.
• Review construction documents for accuracy, constructability, and code compliance.
• Understand geotechnical reports and apply findings to project planning.

Project Execution & Oversight

• Implement time, cost, and quality control measures from start to finish.
• Support buyout processes, including drafting contracts, purchase orders, and maintaining an accurate buyout log.
• Review and process submittals, ensuring timely approvals and distribution through Procore.
• Verify subcontractor compliance with insurance requirements before mobilization.
• Track material lead times and proactively order long-lead items.
• Maintain up-to-date drawing logs and ensure site teams have current documentation.
• Work with Development to manage project compliance (NOC, NOI, NOT filings, USPS integration, and insurance requirements).

Monitoring & Reporting

• Update and distribute project schedules weekly; follow up with subcontractors as needed.
• Forecast buyouts and track scope accurately.
• Maintain turn schedules with move-in dates from Operations.
• Ensure site requirements are met for builders’ risk insurance and coordinate inspections.
• Submit meter requests to local power companies for unit, house, and temporary meters.

Project Close-Out

• Assist in project close-out, ensuring the retainage checklist is complete before release of retainage funds.

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