Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Project Manager
Location: Greater St. Louis Metro Area, MO
Full-Time | General Contractor
About the Company
Tiello is partnered with a reputable, employee-owned General Contractor headquartered in the Greater St. Louis area. The firm is known for its strong culture, long-term stability, and commitment to developing construction professionals into future leaders. They offer a collaborative, team-driven environment with a diverse portfolio of commercial, education, industrial, and public-sector projects.
Position Overview
The company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support ongoing hard-bid commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for someone who already has project coordination experience and is ready to take on greater responsibility while working closely with Project Managers and Superintendents.
This position offers hands-on exposure to all phases of construction, direct mentorship from senior leadership, and a clear pathway into a full Project Manager role.
Project & Company Highlights
- Employee-owned firm with a strong culture of accountability and growth
- Collaborative environment with direct mentorship from experienced PMs and Superintendents
- Involvement in preconstruction, field coordination, and full project delivery
- Projects primarily within a 2–3 hour radius of the metro area
- Limited overnight travel (approximately once per month)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist Project Managers with preconstruction activities, estimating support, and subcontractor coordination
- Manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, schedules, and project documentation
- Support cost tracking, change orders, and budget updates
- Participate in jobsite meetings and collaborate closely with field leadership
- Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy and scope clarity
- Support quality control, safety initiatives, and project closeout activities
- Develop technical, financial, and leadership skills to progress into a Project Manager role
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
- OR construction program certification plus 2+ years of experience
- OR 3+ years of relevant construction experience
- Demonstrated experience on at least one hard-bid commercial project
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
- Desire for long-term growth within a General Contractor environment
- Ability to travel regionally for day trips and occasional overnight stays
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $80,000–$95,000, depending on experience
Bonus eligibility included
Benefits Include:
- Employee ownership through ESOP
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO, paid holidays, and additional year-end paid breaks
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-provided technology and mileage reimbursement
- Parental leave and wellness/education support programs
Equal Opportunity Statement
Tiello is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
Job Tags
Full time, For contractors, For subcontractor, Night shift,