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Assistant Project Manager - Remote

Posted 3 days ago
Project Management
Full Time
South Africa

Overview

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the Senior Project Manager in overseeing commercial construction projects from start to closeout, ensuring project goals around budget, schedule, quality, and safety are achieved while developing leadership skills.

In Short

  • Support project managers with project execution—tracking budgets, managing schedules, and coordinating resources.
  • Draft and issue subcontracts, purchase orders, and vendor agreements with accuracy.
  • Review shop drawings, submittals, and product data to ensure compliance.
  • Maintain job cost logs, procurement trackers, and cost-to-complete reports.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for subcontractors, vendors, and field teams.
  • Attend site meetings, document progress, and help keep everything on track.
  • Assist with project closeout, including warranties and final billing.
  • Communicate with clients, architects, and the internal team professionally.
  • Ideal candidates are team-oriented, clear communicators, and proactive.
  • Working hours follow an 8.5-hour day Monday through Thursday, with every other Friday as a half-day.

Requirements

  • Experience in project management or construction.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Willingness to grow into a leadership role.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to grow into a Project Manager role.
  • Supportive team environment.
  • Focus on personal and professional development.
  • Work-life balance with half-day Fridays.
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JobRack is a fully-remote recruitment service dedicated to helping business owners worldwide hire quality remote team members from Eastern Europe and South Africa. Led by CEO Noel, the company prides itself on delivering a high-touch service to both clients and candidates, ensuring a supportive and collaborative team environment. With a focus on finding exceptional talent and providing comprehensive support throughout the hiring process, JobRack guarantees client satisfaction with a one-year guarantee on their placements. The company values clarity, speed, professionalism, and continuous improvement, making it an ideal workplace for those looking to grow and learn in a dynamic recruitment setting.

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