Assistant Project Manager – Commercial Construction

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Assistant Project Manager – Design-Build Construction

Specialized in Industrial, Marina, and Tilt-Up Projects

Company: GCM Contracting Solutions, Inc.

Location: Fort Myers / Naples, Florida | Reports to: Project Manager or Senior Project Manager

Please Kindly Note

• You must have general construction experience for consideration.
• Design-build general contracting experience is preferred.
• Experience solely as a subcontractor, supplier, or facilities manager without GC experience does not qualify.
• A minimum average of 3 years’ employment duration per company is required unless prior roles were contract-based.
• We appreciate your respect for these qualifications, in the interest of your time and our ad spend.

🏗 About GCM Contracting Solutions

At GCM Contracting Solutions, Inc., we’re not just building structures—we’re setting new standards for innovation, efficiency, and quality in the design-build construction industry. With over 35 years of experience, our reputation spans hospitals, biolabs, tilt-up warehouses, and even automated marinas. Our founder, Robert Brown, established a legacy rooted in integrity, forward-thinking solutions, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

We are proud to lead projects like the world’s second fully automated marina—a globally recognized engineering achievement that reflects the caliber of our people and projects.

🌟 Why You’ll Thrive at GCM

• Elite Team: Work with the top 1% of construction professionals in the country.
• Cutting-Edge Projects: Be part of the most innovative design-build projects in the U.S.
• Collaborative Culture: Engage in servant-leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Professional Growth: Receive career development, mentorship, and access to cutting-edge tools and training.

At GCM, every team member—from the field to the front office—is empowered to lead and contribute to projects that become industry benchmarks.

Position Mission

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the successful delivery of industrial, marina, and tilt-up construction projects through proactive coordination, documentation, and stakeholder communication. Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Preconstruction staff, you’ll play a critical role in driving schedule, budget, and execution success across multiple project types.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

KRA #1: Project Coordination and Support

Goal: Ensure all construction activities are efficiently coordinated and documented to meet aggressive project timelines and quality expectations.

Performance Standards:

• Maintain complete, current project documentation.
• Proactively support critical path activities.
• Ensure clear communication across design, field, and client stakeholders.

Duties:

• Track RFIs, submittals, permits, and schedules.
• Support mobilization, equipment logistics, and material coordination.
• Facilitate documentation flow between teams and capture action items from meetings.

KRA #2: Budget and Cost Tracking

Goal: Assist in monitoring and documenting project financials with precision.

Performance Standards:

• Track commitments, invoices, change orders, and allowances.
• Provide documentation for cost reviews and forecasts.
• Maintain budget logs that support accurate billing and forecasting.

Duties:

• Help manage subcontractor pay apps and vendor invoices.
• Track owner changes and cost impacts of scope shifts.
• Assist in aligning project budgets with field performance.

KRA #3: Subcontractor and Vendor Coordination

Goal: Ensure alignment between subcontractor deliverables and project requirements.

Performance Standards:

• Coordinate timely submittals and shop drawing reviews.
• Track procurement milestones for long-lead items.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for all project partners.

Duties:

• Assist with coordination of tilt-up, utility, and marina packages.
• Monitor procurement timelines and assist in schedule alignment.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with updated specs and plans.

KRA #4: Quality, Safety, and Compliance Support

Goal: Maintain the highest standards of construction safety and quality.

Performance Standards:

• Log safety reports and compliance checklists.
• Support inspections, permitting, and QC tracking.
• Minimize delays due to compliance or permitting errors.

Duties:

• Coordinate with AHJs and marine permitting agencies (DEP, ACOE, etc.).
• Support quality walkthroughs and punch list tracking.
• Maintain daily reports and site safety documentation.

KRA #5: Preconstruction Support

Goal: Contribute to the success of the early project lifecycle through technical and administrative support.

Performance Standards:

• Track bid packages, vendor outreach, and proposal comparisons.
• Organize design milestones and handoff meetings.
• Ensure smooth transitions between preconstruction and field execution.

Duties:

• Assist in creating logistics plans, early schedules, and phasing concepts.
• Attend design-assist meetings and record key takeaways.
• Help manage assumptions and document coordination through early project phases.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years as an APM or Project Engineer with a general contractor.
• Familiarity with construction drawings, RFIs, submittals, and permitting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.

Preferred

• Experience in tilt-up, marina, or industrial construction.
• Knowledge of design-build delivery.
• Familiarity with coastal permitting and inspection workflows.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software.

Benefits💼 Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience with performance bonus eligibility.

🏥 Health & Wellness

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Access to wellness incentives and programs.

🕒 Retirement

401(k) with company match.

📚 Professional Growth

Company-supported certifications and training.

Pathway to Project Manager with active mentoring.

🧘‍♂️ Work-Life Balance

PTO, holidays, and schedule flexibility.

Supportive, team-focused culture built on accountability and trust.

If you’re ready to take your APM career to the next level on high-impact, industry-leading projects—

GCM Contracting Solutions is where you belong. Apply today.