Assistant Project Manager

Location: St. Petersburg, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Project Manager / Senior Project Manager About Ordner Construction: Ordner Construction is a mid-size commercial general contractor founded in 1987. We specialize in light industrial, big box retail, medical, and office construction projects. Our corporate headquarters are located in Duluth, Georgia, with additional offices in St. Petersburg, Florida and Mobile, Alabama, and we are currently expanding into Dallas, Texas. At Ordner, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality projects and building strong relationships with clients across the Southeast and beyond.

Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the successful execution of commercial construction projects. This role is critical in coordinating day-to-day project activities, managing documentation, and supporting communication between the office and field. The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and eager to grow into a lead project management role.

Key Responsibilities: Support the Project Manager in all phases of construction, from preconstruction through closeout. Assist with creating and updating project schedules, subcontracts, budgets, and progress reports. Assist with estimating and tracking change orders Prepare, track, and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes. Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors. Help maintain project management software (e.g., Procore, Plan Grid, Buildertrend, Project Sight) and ensure accurate documentation. Attend job site visits and meetings as needed to support field operations. Review project drawings, specifications, and scopes of work. Monitor material procurement and delivery timelines. Assist with permitting, inspections, and closeout procedures.

Qualifications: 1–3 years of experience in commercial construction or project support role. Familiarity with construction documents and terminology. Strong communication and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools. Experience with Procore, Project Sight, Bluebeam, Dropbox, and scheduling software is a plus. Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred. Equivalent field experience or internships in commercial construction will be considered.

Physical Requirements: Ability to visit job sites, walk through active construction zones, and attend in-person meetings. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Ordner Construction is an EOE.