Job Title: Assistant Project Manager/Project Manager

Job Description

We are a mid-sized commercial construction painting company located in Lorton, VA. We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to assist in managing our extensive commercial and data center portfolio. You will be responsible for overseeing commercial painting projects in NOVA/DC, including prestigious projects such as the Air & Space Museum, Smithsonian, African American Museum, Wharf, BWI Concourse, the Anthem, and DCA Airport. This role involves working directly with estimators to evaluate project opportunities and partnering with top General Contractors on high-level commercial construction projects. You will handle scheduling, managing subcontractors, RFIs, and submittals.

ResponsibilitiesAssist in managing commercial painting projects in NOVA/DC.Work directly with estimators to determine project viability.Learn the trade and understand how to collaborate with top General Contractors.Handle project scheduling, manage subcontractors, and oversee RFIs and submittals.Participate in large-scale projects, with job sizes ranging from $500K to $40 million and more.Work on about 4 projects per week.Essential Skills2+ years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager.Working knowledge of RFPs, submittals, and the construction bidding process.Experience can come from a General Contractor, reputable subcontractor, painting subcontractor, or MEP firm.College degree or 4+ years of experience to offset the absence of a degree.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in project management, RFIs, submittals, junior estimation, quantity takeoffs, and pricing.Knowledge of trades such as painting, drywall, steel, flooring, and specialty trades.Experience as a Cost Engineer or Estimator.Work Environment

We pride ourselves on being a blue-collar company that is both fun and hardworking. The dress code is casual (jeans, polo shirts), and we seek someone comfortable working in a laid-back, yet business-minded office.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $42.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lorton,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2025.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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