Responsibilities

Brasfield & Gorrie has exciting opportunities in multiple locations for upcoming graduates interested in full-time employment in the construction industry as an Assistant Project Manager.

Nashville, TN
Cartersville, GA
Monteagle, TN
Shelby, NC

Responsibilities and Essential Duties include the following

(other duties may be assigned):

Develop project business plan
Work with field management to generate job specific safety plan for the project
Serve as the main point of contact for the Engineer and Architect
Work with Pre-Construction and Field Supervision to identify and implement all contract deliverables, quality testing, and reporting requirements
Create staging, logistics, and phasing plan for project
Lead coordination of subcontractors
Set up bonding and/or Subguard, change order log, and cost tracking for the project
Set up project in E1 and Prolog software
Responsible for project startup, including obtaining permits and licenses and managing jobsite mobilization
Facilitate subcontractor pre-mobilization/startup meetings
Issue and administer subcontracts (payments, insurance, bond, safety, haz-com, etc.) and purchase orders for multiple trades
Assist in development, planning, and updating of overall project schedule. Attend/direct regular job scheduling meetings
Lead responsibility for project quality control plan implementation and compliance
Conduct bi-weekly safety surveys with project superintendent
Prioritize, review, and expedite submittals
Expedite material deliveries according to project schedule requirements
Understand quantity updating and work with Superintendents to maintain accurate labor forecasts
Develop and administer subcontractor and purchase order change orders
Review projections, labor reports, safety documents, and schedules on a monthly basis
Review and approve material/equipment invoices according to project budget
Prepare payment requests and monitor collections
Meet with city and state agencies to review project and inspections
Attend OAC progress meetings and create monthly status reports
Enter and update information in project management software (job status reports, projections, change orders, and RFI’s)
Manage and oversee job close-out documentation and procedures (closeout documents, final job report, and final accounting)
Mentor and train co-op/intern students

Qualifications

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

Must be an upcoming graduate of an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in construction, engineering, or related field
Construction internship/work experience strongly preferred
Must graduate with a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
Experience managing aspects of construction projects including architectural, civil, structural, mechanical and electrical
Working knowledge of Prolog and other construction software
Basic understanding of financial accounting systems
Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills
Technical writing skills
Conflict resolution skills
Superior organizational skills
Ability to multitask
Willingness to travel and/or relocate, as both may be required

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE/Vets/Disabilities

New Graduate December 2026 - Assistant Project Manager

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