Assistant Project Manager

A career at Barts Electric is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to growth, innovation, and long-term success. As a leader in commercial electrical construction, we pride ourselves on being a progressive company that invests in our people. At Barts, you’ll gain hands-on experience, benefit from continuous training, and work with cutting-edge technologies—all while being part of a team that prioritizes safety without compromise. We recognize and reward top performers with competitive, merit-based compensation, clear career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your future.

At Barts Electric our people are the most important resource. We’re looking for a highly skilled Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and ready to support dynamic construction projects from the ground up? In this role, you’ll support the planning and execution of commercial construction projects, working closely with project managers, subcontractors, and clients to ensure every phase runs smoothly. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about building excellence from the ground up, we want to hear from you!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Assistant plays a vital role in supporting project managers and field teams throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. This position is responsible for coordinating project documentation, maintaining schedules, tracking progress, and facilitating communication between internal teams, suppliers, and vendors. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role ensures that projects run smoothly, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and client expectations.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support the successful execution of commercial construction projects. This role will assist in managing project schedules, budgets, documentation, and communication between stakeholders. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and eager to grow within a fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction projects from start to finish.
• Maintain project documentation including contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.
• Monitor project schedules and budgets, helping to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Communicate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure alignment and resolve issues.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Support procurement of materials and services, and track delivery timelines.
• Help prepare reports and presentations for internal and client meetings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction or project coordination.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

We offer competitive pay and a generous benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, six paid holidays and a 401k with generous match.

We believe that the unique contributions of all Barts Electric employees create our success. To ensure that our services and culture continue to incorporate everyone’s perspectives and experiences, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status.

Please follow the online application process. We will contact those candidates we are interested in pursuing further as openings become available.