Assistant Project Manager
Thomas P. Carney, Inc. is seeking a skilled Assistant Project Manager with experience in water and wastewater facilities to join our team. This is a key role supporting senior leadership in delivering complex construction projects, with a focus on water and wastewater facilities, on time and within budget.
Applicant should be a motivated, career-minded individual with 8–10 years of commercial construction experience or equivalent. You’ll assist in managing day-to-day project operations, reviewing estimates, preparing budgets, and document management. A strong attention to detail, work ethic, and problem-solving mindset are essential.
You’ll be trusted to support multiple facets of project execution while working closely with project managers, field supervision, subcontractors, and clients. This is a great opportunity to grow with a reputable, long-standing company that values integrity, technical skill, and hard work.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $85,000 to $100,000 (depending on experience)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Health and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Bonus structure
- Vehicle allowance
Responsibilities
- Support the senior project manager with the execution of construction projects
- Assist in reviewing project estimates and preparing job budgets
- Participate in job cost tracking and reporting
- Maintain and update project schedules
- Prepare and manage change orders
- Help coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
- Attend project meetings and assist with documentation
- Support billing processes and monthly progress submissions
- Contribute to compliance reporting and safety documentation
- Engage in bid preparation and value engineering efforts
Qualifications
- 8–10 years of experience in commercial construction (public infrastructure a plus)
- Experience with water/wastewater projects strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating/project management software
- Exceptional attention to detail — no mistakes, even under pressure
- Strong communication, coordination, and time management skills
- Proven ability to solve problems and work independently
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field is a plus, but not required
About Thomas P. Carney Inc.
Thomas P. Carney, Inc. is a third-generation general contractor with more than 75 years of experience in heavy civil construction. We specialize in large-scale public infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on water and wastewater treatment facilities. Our team is known for its technical excellence, long-term client relationships, and unwavering commitment to delivering quality work. At Carney, we don’t just build projects — we build careers.