Assistant Construction Project Manager

Position Summary

Megen Construction is seeking an ambitious and disciplined Assistant Construction Project Manager committed to building a long-term career in construction leadership. This role serves as the entry point into our career development program, a rigorous and structured advancement path designed to progress high-performing individuals to the Project Manager position and beyond.

Candidates must be prepared to dedicate the time, energy, personal discipline, and accountability required to grow into an elite project manager. Successful individuals in this role demonstrate strong follow-through, ownership, and the ability to thrive under high performance expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Manager and Site Superintendent in planning, scheduling, and coordinating construction activities.

• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change orders, and other project documentation.

• Assist in daily field oversight, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, safety standards, and quality expectations.

• Review job costs, invoices, pay applications, change orders, back charges, and budget tracking with precision and accuracy.

• Assist in the preparation of progress reports, cost tracking logs, daily field reports, and productivity measurements.

• Help identify design conflicts, constructability issues, and schedule risks—escalating promptly when necessary.

• Participate in meetings, provide updates, and manage assigned tasks proactively.

• Maintain organized and complete project documentation at all times.

• Perform additional tasks assigned by Project Manager or Senior Management with urgency and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

• 1–3 years of relevant experience.

• Strong ability to read drawings and specifications.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Procore preferred.

• Strong communication skills—verbal, written, and interpersonal.

• Demonstrated ambition, initiative, and willingness to work the hours necessary to advance in the company.

• A mindset aligned with continuous improvement, personal accountability, and proactive problem-solving.

Career Development Expectations

This position requires:

• Full participation in the company’s career development program

• Mastery of predefined skills, behaviors, and technical competencies

• Meeting quarterly performance milestones

• Demonstrated readiness for increased responsibility

• Commitment to personal and professional growth

Failure to consistently meet milestones may impact advancement.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401 (k) Plan
• Other benefit packages

About Megen

Megen Construction Company was founded in 1993 by Evans Nwankwo. After coming from Nigeria to attend Texas A&M University, Evans had 12 successful years with one of the largest construction firms in the country, but he dreamed of owning his own business. He struck out on his own in 1993, starting Megen Construction Company in the basement of his home. From that start, and his first $350,000 project, Megen Construction has grown to over 50 construction professionals working out of offices located in Cincinnati, Ohio, Florida and the Rocky Mountains, managing construction projects valued at over $65 Million. Today Megen Construction Company is respected for its commitment to quality, integrity, diversity and teamwork. The award-winning firm has been involved in unique and important projects throughout the country. We've earned our reputation as a respected and ethical construction manager because our professionals are deeply committed to our mission - Delivering Encore Construction Experiences.