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Assistant Project Manager
ZSG —Columbus, OH
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Traveling Laborer (CDL A Required)
Skymont Contractors —Ohio
- Full-time
- Construction site
- No background check
- CDL A
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Union Construction Equipment Operator
The Shelly Company —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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BARRETT INDUSTRIES —Columbus, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- CDL
- Opportunities for advancement
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Skilled Trade Craft Team Member
Kokosing Industrial, Inc. —Westerville, OH
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Construction site
- 5 years
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Entry Level Transportation Engineer
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- $33 - $41 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- Math
- Civil Engineering
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Construction Technician
WinnScapes of Columbus —Gahanna, OH
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Civil Construction Inspector 2
HDR —Columbus, OH
- $60,760 - $86,800 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
ODOT prequalified Inspectors | Construction Services
CTL Engineering —Columbus, OH
- $28 - $50 an hour
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Writing skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Inspectors | Construction Services
CTL Engineering —Columbus, OH
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Construction Inspector
Hatch —Columbus, OH
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Basic math
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Asphalt Foreman
Kokosing Construction Company, Inc. —Westerville, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Construction Technician
Exscape Group of Columbus —Delaware, OH
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Roadway Design Lead
Jacobs —Columbus, OH
- $135,000 - $165,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Construction Design Engineer
Kokosing Construction Company, Inc. —Westerville, OH
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Senior Project Manager - Roadway
Prime AE Group Inc —Columbus, OH
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
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EMH&T —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Heavy Civil Project Engineer
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Background check
- Construction site
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Project Manager
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Coordinate with field teams, superintendents, and engineers to ensure work is executed per plans and specifications. 401(k) with company contribution.
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Assistant Project Manager

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Job Details

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Construction procurement
Project development phase management
Occupational safety regulation compliance
Construction specifications
Construction RFI responses
Coordinating with subcontractors on construction projects
Construction safety management
Project change management
Safety regulations
Bachelor's degree in construction management
Environmental compliance
Mid-level
Bachelor's degree
Engineering project budget management
Construction drawing review
Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role
Construction industry experience
Managing multi-phase construction projects
Managing construction project teams
Quality compliance management
Construction document control
Environmental law compliance support experience
Vendor relationship management
Contracts
Schedule creation
Construction stakeholder communication
Vendor contract management
Managing teams in a construction management role
Construction subcontract management
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Full Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Position Overview

A well-established, privately held general contractor with a strong presence in Central Ohio is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the execution of complex heavy civil infrastructure projects. This organization has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality work across site development, earthwork, underground utilities, roadway construction, and public infrastructure improvements.

The Assistant Project Manager will play a key role in supporting project leadership throughout all phases of construction—from preconstruction through closeout—while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Project Managers with the planning, coordination, and execution of heavy civil construction projects
Support project startup activities including permitting, subcontractor onboarding, and schedule development
Track project costs, quantities, and productivity to help ensure financial performance goals are met
Assist in managing subcontractors and vendors, including procurement, contracts, and change orders
Coordinate with field teams, superintendents, and engineers to ensure work is executed per plans and specifications
Review drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy and constructability
Support the preparation of RFIs, submittals, and project documentation
Participate in project meetings and maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders
Monitor project schedules and help identify and mitigate potential delays
Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and quality expectations

Project Types

Mass earthwork and site development
Roadway and highway construction
Underground utilities (storm, sanitary, water main)
Concrete structures and flatwork
Public infrastructure and municipal projects

Qualifications

2–5+ years of experience in construction project management, preferably in heavy civil or site development
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
Strong understanding of heavy civil construction methods, sequencing, and logistics
Experience working with public infrastructure or DOT-related projects is a plus
Proficiency in construction management software (Procore, Viewpoint, or similar)
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary
Performance-based bonus structure
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company contribution
Company-supported professional development

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