
Assistant Project Manager
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist in estimating and preparing proposals for fire protection projects.
- Support the review of blueprints, specifications, and contract documents.
- Help coordinate project schedules, materials, and subcontractors.
- Maintain organized project documentation and assist with submittals and change orders.
- Communicate with vendors and internal departments to ensure timely material procurement.
- Attend project meetings and take detailed notes for follow-up actions.
- Assist in tracking project progress, budgets, and timelines.
- Conduct site visits to support project oversight and ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Collaborate with design teams to ensure timely preparation of drawings and calculations.
- Provide administrative support to project managers, including billing coordination and reporting.
- Foster positive relationships with clients and team members.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Strong interest in mechanical systems and construction.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or willingness to learn.
- Prior experience in construction or fire protection is a plus but not required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and spreadsheet tools.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Self-motivated with a desire to grow into a project management role.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
- Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.