Assistant Project Manager - General Construction

Great States Construction, a leading commercial general contractor based in Fargo, ND, is seeking a driven and organized Assistant Project Manager to support project management teams on multi-family and commercial construction projects in the St. Paul/Minneapolis market.

The Assistant Project Manager will work directly under the supervision of the Senior Project Manager, assisting with project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and coordination between office and field teams. This role provides a career development path toward becoming a Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Senior Project Manager in all aspects of project delivery, from pre-construction through closeout.

Assist with preparing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and financial reports.

Help coordinate subcontractor contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.

Maintain project documentation, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.

Facilitate communication between office and field teams, working closely with Superintendents to ensure alignment.

Support client and subcontractor meetings, providing accurate updates and documentation.

Assist with procurement of materials and services.

Contribute to project closeout by helping track punch lists, warranties, and final documentation.

Qualifications

2–5 years of construction project management experience, preferably with exposure to multi-family and commercial projects.

Strong understanding of construction project phases and contract administration.

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred.

Proficiency with construction technology tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Clean driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Experience with Procore (preferred).

Familiarity with Bluebeam or similar software.

Strong time management and multi-tasking abilities.

Team-oriented with a commitment to professional growth.

Benefits and Perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance with HSA

Supplementary insurance

401k with a match of 3%

Flexible time off and 10 paid holidays

Paid volunteer hours

Professional development opportunities

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Occasional site visits requiring standing/walking for extended periods.

Our Core Values
At Great States Construction we believe our success comes from living out our values every day. We look for team members who:

Demonstrate Transparency

Act with Integrity

Embrace Ambiguity

Provide Solutions, Not Problems

Collaborate with Others

Why Join Us

At Great States Construction, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, dynamic work environment where our team members are empowered to make a difference. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will work directly with a Senior Project Manager, gaining valuable experience in multi-family and commercial construction while contributing to the success of projects across the St. Paul/Minneapolis market.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER