Assistant Project Manager

About the Company

Summit Construction Management is a women-owned owner’s representative consultancy that supports commercial workplace, tenant improvement, capital improvement, and ground-up building projects across the United States.

The firm works with clients from site selection all the way through project closeout, bringing objective guidance, strong communication, and disciplined project oversight to help deliver spaces on schedule and within budget.

Summit also focuses on preparing the next generation of project leaders through mentorship, practical exposure, and real opportunities to grow.

About the Role

This position is for an Associate Project Manager who is eager to learn, takes initiative, and enjoys solving problems. You will support experienced Project Managers while developing the technical, organizational, and leadership abilities needed to lead projects independently in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with projects from early planning through final closeout.
• Help organize meetings, schedules, budgets, and project records.
• Monitor action items, purchasing, invoices, and delivery milestones.
• Join site visits, project meetings, and client discussions as needed.
• Create reports, meeting summaries, and project documentation.
• Spot potential risks and help keep workstreams structured and progressing.
• Gradually take on more ownership as experience and capability increase.

What Success Looks Like

• You show initiative and have a genuine desire to learn.
• You stay well organized and can be relied on.
• You communicate clearly and follow through on commitments.
• You ask good questions and make an effort to understand fully.
• You remain positive, flexible, and collaborative.
• You enjoy solving problems and improving processes.
• You want to develop into a Project Manager and future leader.

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of experience in construction management, architecture, engineering, commercial real estate, or a related discipline.
• Exposure through an internship or commercial construction work is considered an advantage.
• A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business, or a similar field is preferred.
• Strong skills in writing, speaking, and organization.
• Willingness and ability to travel based on project requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Summit Construction Management is an equal opportunity employer and aims to maintain an inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued.

Additional Information

This role is intended for someone who wants to learn quickly, receive meaningful mentorship, and build a long-term career in construction management.