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Assistant Project Manager - Top National GC

Charlotte, North Carolina Permanent USD80,000 - USD95,000 per year View Job Description
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will support the execution of fast-paced renovation, tenant improvement, healthcare, retail, and special projects throughout North and South Carolina. Unlike traditional large-project environments, Rycon's Special Projects Group provides APMs with significant responsibility, direct client interaction, and broad exposure to estimating, operations, budgeting, and project management.
  • Fast-track opportunity to become a Project Manager within 1-2 years
  • Join an employee-owned ENR Top Contractor with a strong Carolinas presence

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized, employee-owned construction firm with over $1.2 billion in annual revenue and more than 800 employees nationwide. Consistently ranked among ENR's Top Contractors, the company delivers construction management, general contracting, design-build, renovation, and adaptive reuse projects across a diverse range of markets.

Job Description

What Makes the Special Projects Group Unique?The Special Projects Group focuses on projects typically under $10 million, including:

  • Tenant Improvements
  • Occupied Renovations
  • Healthcare Upgrades
  • Retail Construction
  • Commercial Renovations
  • Emergency Response Projects
  • Fast-Track Commercial Work



Because these projects move quickly and require high-touch client service, team members gain broad experience across all phases of construction.In this role, you will:

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Respond quickly to client requests and project needs
  • Assist with budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and procurement
  • Support project financial tracking and reporting
  • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and consultants
  • Participate in client meetings and project updates
  • Assist with contract administration, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
  • Support projects from preconstruction through closeout
  • Develop the skills necessary to transition into a Project Manager role

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

  • Experience in commercial construction as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or similar role
  • Background supporting projects under $10M preferred
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and client-facing abilities
  • Detail-oriented and proactive mindset
  • Desire to advance into a Project Manager position within the near future
  • Experience with renovations, tenant improvements, healthcare, retail, or commercial projects preferred

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from USD 80.000 to 95.000.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Healthcare Coverage
  • Company Phone
  • Company Laptop
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Career Advancement Path to Project Manager
Contact
Lucía Candanedo
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7084915

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Charlotte
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lucía Candanedo
Job Reference
JN-082026-7084915
 

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