Assistant Project Manager – Distribution, Commercial Market

Gray

. Develop, update, and monitor job progress using the QMS program .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeLexington • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including scheduling, budgeting, and procurement within construction environments. Proficient in communication and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure project success and compliance with safety standards.

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Project ManagementCost EstimationScheduling ApplicationsVendor NegotiationSafety Program Implementation

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Hard Skills

Quantity TakeoffsCost EstimatesBid SolicitationsProject ReportingJob Progress Monitoring

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationEffective CommunicationSelf-MotivationEnergetic Approach

Tools & Technologies

QMS ProgramWord Processing ApplicationsSpreadsheet ApplicationsEmail Applications

Industry Keywords

Construction PracticesRegulatory InformationSubcontractor ManagementJob Site MeetingsSafety Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, update, and monitor job progress using the QMS program
Schedule, estimate, and budget projects to keep construction aligned with schedules
Perform quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and bid solicitations
Research options and regulatory information as required
Purchase and coordinate delivery of project materials while ensuring price, quality, specifications, and budget compliance
Review and approve invoices and change orders
Negotiate with subcontractors and vendors for specific trades
Review vendor and subcontractor shop drawing submittals as directed
Relocate to specific job sites when required to learn procurement and construction practices
Attend weekly job site meetings
Prepare project reports, including monthly red files, progress analyses/schedules, billings, and status reports
Organize and maintain job files
Submit verbal and written project status reports to the supervisor
Communicate with customers, consultants, and subcontractors
Communicate, implement, and enforce Gray’s safety program on site
Indirectly supervise subcontractors and field personnel
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
Minimum of three years related experience
Basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet, and email applications
Working knowledge of scheduling applications may be required
Energetic, self-motivated, and collaborative approach
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, consultants, subcontractors, and supervisors
Ability to relocate to specific job sites if required
Ability to attend weekly job site meetings
Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands and arms, reach, and talk or hear
Ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift or move up to 100 lbs
Accurate near and distant vision
Ability to work in office and construction-site environments, including exposure to weather, noise, mechanical parts, fumes, extreme temperatures, electrical shock, explosives, and vibrations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Equal employment opportunity
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Overtime may be required
Some travel may be required