Assistant Project Manager
📍 Elkhorn, WI (Office-Based) 💰 $70,000–$95,000 annually View Posting →
Immediate Opportunity: 6   Guided Automation: 2   Human-Centered: 2  
8/10 automatable

Duty Breakdown

Supporting project setup, submittals, and procurement for façade systemsGuided Automation
Automatically generate submittal packages from project specifications, track procurement milestones, and route documents for approval. We recommend human review of submittal content before sending to general contractors, as incomplete or incorrect submittals can delay project starts.
Effort: Medium · Risk: Medium
Keeping project records, schedules, and documentation clean, accurate, and up to date as projects move through productionImmediate Opportunity
Automatically track document versions, flag missing or outdated records, and maintain organized project folders — ensuring documentation compliance without manual follow-up.
Effort: Low · Risk: Low
Assisting with coordination between in-house field crews, vendors, and project leadershipImmediate Opportunity
Automatically route schedule updates, delivery notices, and change orders to field crews, vendors, and leadership — replacing manual phone calls and email chains with a centralized coordination system.
Effort: Medium · Risk: Low
Tracking labor hours, material usage, and installation progressImmediate Opportunity
Automatically collect labor hours from timekeeping systems, track material deliveries against schedules, and generate real-time progress dashboards — replacing manual spreadsheet updates with live data.
Effort: Low · Risk: Low
Supporting closeout documentation and billing activitiesGuided Automation
Automatically compile closeout packages from project records — warranties, as-builts, lien waivers — and generate billing summaries from tracked progress. We recommend human verification of billing amounts before submission to ensure financial accuracy.
Effort: Medium · Risk: Medium
Helping maintain clear visibility into project status as work progressesImmediate Opportunity
Automatically generate project status dashboards from live data across all active projects — giving leadership real-time visibility into progress, budget, and risks without manual reporting.
Effort: Low · Risk: Low
Keep assigned systems current and organizedImmediate Opportunity
Automatically sync project data across systems, flag outdated information, and maintain consistent file naming and folder structures — eliminating manual data entry and reducing organizational overhead.
Effort: Low · Risk: Low
Communicate clearly and early when issues ariseHuman-Centered
Clear and timely communication when issues arise requires judgment about what to escalate, how to frame problems, and who needs to be involved. This is a core professional skill that should remain with your project team.
Effort: Low · Risk: Low
Support predictable execution rather than reacting to urgencyImmediate Opportunity
Automatically detect schedule risks early, send proactive alerts before issues escalate, and recommend corrective actions — shifting your team from reactive firefighting to preventive execution.
Effort: Low · Risk: Low
Learning from seasoned professionals with decades of expertiseHuman-Centered
Mentorship and professional development require experienced professionals investing time in developing their team. This is a human-centered activity that builds capability and trust over time.
Effort: Low · Risk: Low

Full Job Description

THE ROLE

Assistant Project Managers support the execution of commercial building envelope and façade installations from award through closeout, under the direction of a Project Manager.

This role is for people who want to understand how projects actually run — not just manage tasks. You’ll work inside a structured system, support field execution, and build the habits required to take on full project responsibility over time.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

  • Supporting project setup, submittals, and procurement for façade systems
  • Keeping project records, schedules, and documentation clean, accurate, and up to date as projects move through production
  • Assisting with coordination between in-house field crews, vendors, and project leadership
  • Tracking labor hours, material usage, and installation progress
  • Supporting closeout documentation and billing activities
  • Helping maintain clear visibility into project status as work progresses

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

  • Clear career paths within Project Management
  • Skill Development: Access to cutting-edge tools, training, and mentorship
  • Experienced Mentors: Learn from seasoned professionals with decades of expertise

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Assistant Project Managers are critical to keeping projects clean, organized, and moving. Strong APMs protect schedules, reduce friction, and support long-term project and team success. This role forms the foundation for future growth into Project Management and Operations leadership.