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Assistant Project Manager
Balfour Beatty
Location : Davisboro, GA, 31018
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : competitive
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Balfour Beatty
Assistant Project Manager
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Personal Days
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
The Role
Joining Balfour Beatty as an Assistant Project Manager in our Georgia team you will play a key role in supporting the management of day-to-day project operations, coordinating with internal teams and external partners, ensuring the success of our Safety/Zero Harm culture and ensuring that critical project documentation and communication flow is maintained.
You will have a significant runway for continued development, learning and career growth as well as exposure to a wide range of complex high-value marquee projects.
Essential Functions
- Assist the Project Manager with overall project planning, scheduling, and execution
- Coordinate subcontractor and vendor activities, ensuring work aligns with project specifications and deadlines
- Coordination of Drawings and Specifications with Trades
- Prepare Procurement Log to manage and schedule long lead items
- Coordinate meetings with Trades, Clients, Governing Agencies and Inspectors
- Manage Trade and Owner Change Orders
- Assemble As-Built Documents
- Track and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation
- Attend project meetings and prepare meeting minutes, status updates, and progress reports
- Conduct site visits to assist with quality control, safety compliance, and progress verification
- Assist with project close-out, punch lists, and handover to clients
What you will need
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in commercial construction in either the office or field
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
- Proven Experience with cost projection, financial analysis, budget reviews, labor reports
- Demonstrated supervisory experience in a commercial construction setting
- Experience with project manager software (Constructware, P6, Timberline, etc.)
- Strong understanding of construction processes, drawings, and specifications
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Team player with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
What you will get
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
Freqently Asked Questions
In Davisboro, GA, an Assistant Project Manager typically acts as the communication bridge coordinating subcontractors and vendors to ensure alignment with project timelines and specifications. This role requires hands-on involvement in scheduling and overseeing vendor activities to maintain smooth workflow and meet contract deadlines.
Successful Project Assistants in Davisboro’s commercial construction sector demonstrate strong organizational abilities, proficiency with project management software, and clear communication skills. Familiarity with construction documents, budgeting basics, and vendor coordination also plays a vital role in supporting project managers effectively.
While not always mandatory, certifications like OSHA safety training, PMP (Project Management Professional), or industry-related credentials can enhance credibility for Assistant Project Managers in Georgia. These qualifications often improve chances of managing complex commercial construction tasks while ensuring compliance with local safety regulations.
Davisboro’s construction sector is steadily growing, creating moderate demand for assistant project managers. However, competition remains due to the influx of candidates possessing diverse experience levels. Demonstrating expertise in commercial construction processes and strong software skills can significantly improve hiring prospects.
Employees starting as Assistant Project Managers at Balfour Beatty often progress into senior project management or specialized construction roles, leveraging exposure to high-value projects and leadership opportunities. Continued learning and demonstrated problem-solving skills help accelerate advancement within commercial construction management.
Balfour Beatty fosters career development by offering tuition assistance, structured mentoring, and hands-on project involvement. Their commitment to safety culture and innovative construction practices provides Assistant Project Managers with a dynamic learning environment tailored for long-term success.
Balfour Beatty emphasizes a zero harm safety philosophy and lean construction techniques, distinguishing its Assistant Project Manager roles. Employees benefit from comprehensive benefits, exposure to marquee projects, and a culture driven by innovation, which may contrast with more traditional firms in the region.
Assistant Project Managers in Davisboro, GA generally earn between $60,000 and $75,000 annually, depending on experience and project complexity. Salaries at companies like Balfour Beatty often include competitive benefits, which add significant overall compensation value beyond base pay.
At Balfour Beatty, Assistant Project Managers play a critical role in tracking RFIs, submittals, and change orders to keep projects on schedule. Maintaining clear documentation and facilitating communication between stakeholders ensures transparency and timely decision-making.
Daily hurdles include synchronizing diverse subcontractor schedules, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and adapting to unforeseen site conditions. In Davisboro’s environment, strong problem-solving and proactive communication are essential to navigate these complexities efficiently.
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