Non-Capital Construction Assistant Project Manager

contractors, stakeholders, etc.) to ensure design and construction optimizes university program goals, while conforming to the project's established criteria for scope, cost, schedule and quality. The APM will also assist the SPM and PMs with managing assigned projects and coordinating the involvement of all participants in the design, value engineering, document review, construction, occupancy, close out, warranty, and financial management processes. The APM may also be the primary point of contact to manage small projects under the supervision of the SPM/PM.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering, or Building Construction; OR training and work experience that demonstrates knowledge of the industry OR that equates to a Bachelor's degree.
• Some knowledge or experience of site/building design and construction processes.
• Must have proficiency with current computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks, pay attention to detail, and meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, with a wide range of individuals in a diverse environment.
• Ability to interpret design/construction documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of construction project delivery methods.
• Knowledge of construction management software (MS Project, Bluebeam, Primavera, BIM/Revit, LaserFiche, etc.)
• Previous construction experience in a higher education setting.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia Construction and Professional Services Manual (CPSM).
• Ability to interpret design/construction documents.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

$70,000 - $75,000; commensurate with experience

Hours per week

40+

Review Date

October 28, 2026

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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