Assistant Project Manager – Construction

Recruiting Partner: Brett Hume

Des Moines, Iowa | Construction | Not Remote | $70,000 to $85,000 | Job ID: 162494

Job Summary

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A well-established and growing commercial general contracting firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support multifamily, commercial, and historic renovation projects. With a hands-on, team-driven culture and a strong commitment to early-stage project involvement, this company offers an excellent environment for growth-minded professionals.

Assistant Project Manager – Benefits and Compensation

  • Competitive base salary
  • Year-end discretionary bonus eligibility
  • Health insurance (company covers ~55% of premiums)
  • Voluntary dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match up to 4% after 1 year
  • 15 PTO days (accrued per pay period)
  • Paid holidays
  • Company-provided cell phone and computer
  • Collaborative team culture with strong leadership mentorship

Assistant Project Manager – Requirements & Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • Ground-up multifamily and/or commercial construction experience
  • Background in general contracting or owner-builder environments
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)
  • Ability to work onsite in Tempe, AZ

Must Haves

  • Support project manager and superintendent with job site operations
  • Handle subcontractor change orders and contract scope documentation
  • Manage procurement logs and ensure timely material delivery
  • Participate in coordination meetings with owners, architects, and subcontractors
  • Maintain RFIs, submittals, permit tracking, and project documentation
  • Contribute to close-out processes, project reports, and schedule planning

Preferred Background & Skills

  • Strong communicator with experience managing multiple priorities
  • Familiarity with look-ahead schedules and project forecasting
  • Field-ready mindset with attention to detail
  • Experience with tenant improvements or historic renovation projects
  • Self-driven team player with a solution-oriented mindset

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 162494

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Brett Hume

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