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Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

General Summary

John Moriarty & Associates of Virginia (JMAV) is seeking a full-time Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support construction project execution from preconstruction through closeout in the Washington DC Metro area. The APM will assist with scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, document management, and project logistics.


The APM should be located within daily driving distance of the Washington DC Metro and can expect to travel between different jobsites as needed.


Roles & Responsibilities:

The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with the PM and site team on a wide range of tasks, including:

  • Management of assigned trades in all facets of preconstruction to include quantity take-offs, preparation of bid packages, and buy-out
  • Oversee performance of assigned trades, including project status, schedule, cost control, change management systems, and maintain relationships with clients, designers, and consultants
  • Supporting the creation and maintenance of project schedules
  • Assisting with submittals, RFIs, and change order processing
  • Coordinating project documentation and digital records
  • Communicating with subcontractors and vendors


Education:

  • 4-year degree required in Construction Management or related field


Work Experience:

  • 3-5 years of experience required, in commercial construction is


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong critical thinking and proactive problem-solving abilities
  • Highly organized with attention to detail
  • Effective communicator and team collaborator
  • Strong multitasking and decision-making skills
  • Ability to travel daily across DC-Metro area jobsites
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction platforms


Physical Requirements:

  • Moderate physical activity; driving, walking rough terrain, climbing stairs/ladders


Work Environment:

  • Onsite, outdoor work in all weather conditions; moderate to loud noise exposure


The Company:

John Moriarty & Associates of Virginia (JMAV) is a privately held general contractor that specializes in large-scale, urban, ground-up projects such as mixed-use, multi-family, hotels, senior living, student housing, and bio-medical in the DC-Metro area. Exceptional for the industry, the majority of our projects are negotiated with over 85% being with repeat clients.


Our approach is characterized by transparency, collaboration, attention to detail and hands-on leadership. Our projects are set up for success by our strong emphasis on pre-construction services and planning, proper staffing and hiring best-in-class subcontractors. Our growth has been a result of outstanding execution in every phase of project delivery and an unparalleled employee retention of the industry's best talent.


Our parent company, John Moriarty & Associates (JMA), was founded in 1985 in Winchester, MA and is one of the most respected general contracting firms in the industry. Learn more about us at www.jma-va.com and www.jm-a.com.


John Moriarty & Associates of Virginia participates in E-Verify for all hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States by electronically matching information provided by employees on the Form I-9 against records available to the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. More information can be found at www.e-verify.gov.

Assistant Project Manager

Arlington, TX
Full time

Published on 07/15/2025

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