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Assistant Project Manager

Indianapolis, Indiana Permanent USD80,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
This isn't your typical APM role - it's your fast track to Project Manager! Get true cradle-to-grave exposure on major commercial builds, working alongside senior leadership from preconstruction and buyout through final turnover. Take ownership of critical project controls, collaborate directly with owners and subcontractors, and gain the hands-on experience, autonomy, and mentorship to step into a PM seat and run your own projects!
  • $400M+ Commercial Builder with an Incredible ESOP Program
  • Build $50M+ Projects with an Industry-Leading GC

About Our Client

My Client:

I'm working with one of Indiana's most respected, 100% employee-owned general contractors, generating $400M+ in annual revenue with an incredible backlog of $20M-$50M+ projects across healthcare, education, multifamily, and mixed-use. They're experiencing tremendous growth while maintaining a tight-knit, people-first culture where employees have a direct stake in the company's success through an ESOP. With an impressive pipeline extending well into the future, strong financial backing, and a leadership team that genuinely invests in its people, this is an opportunity to take ownership of major projects, build long-term wealth, and grow your career with one of the strongest builders in the Midwest!

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager's Key Responsibilities:

  • Get cradle-to-grave project exposure, supporting projects from preconstruction and buyout through final turnover
  • Work directly alongside the SPM and Superintendent, gaining hands-on experience running commercial projects
  • Own key project controls including RFIs, submittals, change orders, tracking logs, and closeout
  • Support estimating, quantity takeoffs, bid packages, subcontractor leveling, and preconstruction planning
  • Drive QA/QC in the field through inspections, testing, punch lists, and pre-installation coordination
  • Coordinate directly with owners, subcontractors, PMs, and field teams to keep scope, schedule, and quality on track
  • Build real field and project management experience with a clear path toward taking ownership of your own projects



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

The Successful Assistant Project Manager:

  • 1-5 years of experience working with a General Contractor in a construction environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage construction administration and document control.
  • Prepare, track, and distribute submittal schedules and project documentation.
  • Support the Project Manager with change orders, subcontractor scheduling, invoicing, and monthly job cost reviews.
  • Assist with preconstruction activities, including estimating, takeoffs, and quantity calculations.
  • Manage closeout documentation, punch lists, and final project requirements.
  • Hard-working, driven, and eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in construction.

What's on Offer

What's on the Offer:

  • Competitive base salary of up to $90K, depending on experience.
  • Transparent, performance-based bonus structure with clear earning potential.
  • Strong support and hands-on training to build and sharpen your project management skills.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) contributions to help support your long-term financial goals.
  • Mentorship and guidance available at every level of the organization.
  • Clear career development plan with defined opportunities to grow.
  • Strong internal advancement opportunities as the company continues to expand.
  • Laid-back, collaborative culture where you can take ownership while working alongside a supportive team.

For more details, directly reach out to Caroline Cooper. Call or text (317)662-0895.

Contact
Caroline Cooper
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7101109

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Indianapolis
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Caroline Cooper
Job Reference
JN-092026-7101109
 

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