Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

McGough

United States, North Dakota, Fargo

Jul 11, 2025

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

The primary role of the Assistant Project Manager (Asst. PM) is to assist with managing all project aspects, including the responsibilities and tasks outlined below. Additional responsibilities include:

Mentoring and coaching Project Engineers

Managing projects or portions of projects with oversight of senior staff

Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree

2+ years of related experience, including experience with self-perform capabilities

Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner's representatives, design firms, and subcontractors

Preferred:

Estimating and field experience

Scheduling experience preferred

Skills:

Strong collaboration and verbal and written communication skills with the ability to function as an integral team member, working under time constraints and meeting deadlines in a changing environment

Thorough and detail-oriented

Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints

Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision

Proficiency in Microsoft applications, computer skills, including Excel

Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills

Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision

Embodies personal integrity and keeps confidences

View every interaction as an opportunity to add value and enhance relationships

OFFICE AND TRAVEL:

Works in regional office with periodic regional travel. In addition to regional meetings and some overnight travel may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development:

Assist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements

Research prospective clients

Participate in preconstruction meetings

Participate in and prepare required documentation for QA/AC page turn sessions

McGough Self-Performed Work:

Understand quantity take-offs

Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costs

Gather information or assist in PACE preparation

Assist with creating Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules for our work

Estimating & Bidding:

Perform quantity take-offs and assist in building estimates

Assist with subcontractor procurement (prepare bid solicitations, bid analysis and tabulations)

Scheduling:

Assist superintendent and project manager with Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling

Participate in Last Planner system

Participate in daily/weekly work planning

Project Documentation:

Review and understand all drawings and specifications

Participate in project document page turn reviews

Draft and process Requests for Information (RFI)

Manage the shop drawings/submittals review process

Participate in BIM coordination meetings

Assist in managing project sustainability requirements and documentation

Subcontract Management:

Process subcontractor change requests

Review subcontractor invoices

Track project workforce goals/vendor goals

Cost Control:

Manage distribution and pricing of project changes

Assist superintendent in tracking labor costs

Assist superintendent with material procurement and cost coding

Collect and report the required information to support the Cost History Department

Participate in preparation and management of project PACE documents

Participate in the project accounting and pay application process

Prepare Schedule of Values, Sworn Construction Statement, Invoice and other billing documents as required by our Owner Contract

Project Meetings:

Attend all project and company safety meetings

Attend foremen's meetings and draft meeting minutes

Conduct and provide timely documentation for construction coordination meetings

Participate in start-up meetings and preparing documentation in conjunction with field staff

Provide monthly PACE reports to management and lead PACE meetings

Attend pre-installation meetings and mock-up reviews

Post-Construction:

Perform pre-punch with an aim at providing a "zero item" punchlist

Manage the punchlist process

Assist in preparing final as-built plans and documentation

Review project close-out documentation for accuracy and completeness

Other Responsibilities:

Participate in business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)

Foster relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors

Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings

Attend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position

Attend company-sponsored events

Perform function of Project Engineer as may be necessary for project

Support and follow standard of work

Participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way

Other responsibilities as assigned

Other Duties:

Actively contribute as a member of the Regional Project Management team, collaborating to support shared goals and objectives

Engage in business development by building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, design teams, consultants, and subcontractors, and participating in industry and McGough-sponsored events

Represent McGough professionally at all events, upholding company standards and serving as a positive ambassador

Attend company and project meetings, pursuing ongoing personal and professional development to enhance skills and performance

Collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders to ensure cohesive project execution

Actively support and participate in Lean events, promoting the McGough Way and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Perform function of Project Engineer as necessary and additional duties as assigned to support team and project success

Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands outlined here are representative of those required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation or during meetings and travel (by plane or car). The employee must be able to lift up to 20 pounds as needed, demonstrate dexterity to write and use a computer keyboard and mouse, and possess the ability to hear, speak clearly, and distinguish colors on graphs and charts.

The role also requires occasional visits to construction sites, where the employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.