Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager – Heavy Civil

Alexandria, VA

Metric are partnered with a

national leading heavy civil contractor

delivering major infrastructure projects across the U.S. We are currently supporting the hire of an

Assistant Project Manager (APM)

to join a high-profile project team.

This is a strong opportunity for a

Project Engineer ready to step up

, or an existing APM looking to gain exposure on

large-scale, complex infrastructure work

.

The Opportunity

Working alongside senior project leadership, you will play a key role in supporting the

successful delivery of heavy civil projects

, with responsibility across both

field operations and commercial management

.

This is a

field-driven role

, offering hands-on involvement in day-to-day project execution while developing your leadership and management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the

Project Manager and Superintendent

in delivering projects from start to finish

• Assist with

project planning, scheduling, and coordination

• Manage

subcontractors and suppliers

to ensure scope, schedule, and quality targets are met

• Oversee

RFIs, submittals, and project documentation

• Track

project costs, budgets, and forecasting

• Assist with

change orders, estimates, and value engineering

• Verify

quantities, progress, and subcontractor payments

• Maintain accurate

job costing and reporting systems

• Ensure compliance with

safety standards and company procedures

• Support and mentor

junior engineers on the project

What We’re Looking For

• 4\+ years’ experience

in heavy civil or infrastructure construction

• Background as a

Project Engineer or early-stage APM

• Strong understanding of

construction drawings, specifications, and processes

• Experience with

cost control, estimating, and project tracking

• Ability to operate in a

fast-paced, field-based environment

• Strong communication skills across

field teams, subcontractors, and clients

Preferred:

• Degree in

Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

• EIT certification (or working toward it)
• Experience on

large-scale or design-build infrastructure projects

Why This Role?

• Join a

top-tier heavy civil contractor

with a strong national presence

• Work on

major infrastructure projects

(rail, highway, bridge, or site development)

• Clear progression path into

Project Manager level

• Gain exposure to

full project lifecycle \+ commercial responsibilities

• Competitive compensation, bonus, and full benefits