Assistant Project Manager in Athens

Job Description

Assistant Project Manager – Commercial Construction

A well-established and respected General Contractor is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to support ongoing commercial construction projects and grow into a full Project Manager position. This is an ideal role for someone who has a solid foundation in project coordination and execution and is looking to take the next step in their construction career.

Role Overview

The Assistant Project Manager will work alongside Senior PMs and Superintendents on diverse commercial projects—ranging from ground-up builds to complex renovations. This is not an entry-level position; the ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in the field or office and is ready to contribute meaningfully from day one while continuing to develop professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordination, and management of commercial construction projects
• Support document control including submittals, RFIs, and project correspondence
• Help with estimating, bid solicitation, and buyout as needed
• Track project schedules, budgets, and change orders
• Participate in subcontractor coordination, site meetings, and quality control
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project alignment
• Provide reliable support to Project Managers and Superintendents on all active jobs

Preferred Project Experience

• Commercial construction experience
• Exposure to higher education, hospitality, institutional, or diverse commercial projects
• Experience with projects ranging from $1M–$20M (experience with larger is a plus)
• Ground-up construction experience strongly preferred

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of experience as a Junior Project Manager, Project Engineer, or APM
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines
• Familiarity with construction software such as Procore or Bluebeam is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred, but not required if experience is strong

What’s Offered

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Full benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), and growth-based bonuses
• Opportunity to grow into a full Project Manager role within a supportive environment
• Exposure to complex and rewarding commercial work across multiple sectors

Apply online or submit your Resume and Project List to hannah.behrens@gogpac.com OR Call/Text (605)601-5546

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.