Assistant Project Manager - Ground Up Light Industrial

Our client is a well-established, employee-focused general contractor with a prominent presence throughout the Southeastern United States. They have built a strong reputation over decades by successfully delivering a range of industrial projects including ground-up industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, food and beverage processing sites, and distribution centers. Combining the stability of a seasoned organization with the flexibility and entrepreneurial spirit characteristic of a mid-sized company, this contractor prides itself on fostering a people-first culture that prioritizes the growth and development of its employees.

This role is for an Assistant Project Manager based in Atlanta, Georgia, offering a permanent position with a competitive salary range of USD 90,000 to USD 110,000 per year. The position provides a unique opportunity to take ownership of impactful industrial construction projects with strong leadership support and a collaborative team environment. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will play a key role in managing project budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance while working closely with owners, architects, engineers, and field teams to ensure project success. Your responsibilities will include supporting contract administration, handling change orders, procurement tasks, and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.

The role requires active participation in project meetings and assisting with problem-solving to keep projects on track. You will be involved in tracking project costs, assisting with financial reporting and forecasting, and ensuring that all quality, safety, and contractual requirements are met consistently. This position presents an excellent career growth path, with opportunities to advance into Project Manager and Senior Project Manager roles within an expanding and stable company that maintains a robust project backlog across the Southeast. Employees are supported with strong internal mentorship and enjoy a high level of autonomy within a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.

The Assistant Project Manager will benefit from the chance to contribute to the delivery of high-profile, ground-up industrial construction projects and be part of a company committed to long-term growth and development. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, take ownership of projects, and build a successful career in the construction industry, specifically within industrial and commercial sectors such as warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, and food and beverage facilities. This position offers more than just a job — it offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values its people and encourages professional advancement.