Assistant Project Manager

Company: F.H. Paschen
Location: Detroit
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility —as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity —as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity —by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen . Position Overview: This is an assistant managerial position that reports to the Project Manager and/or Sr. Project Manager for the Department. Assigned Responsibilities: Manage projects and scopes as assigned by manager. Work with owner’s representative to communicate progress of project. Prepare preliminary estimates / budgets. Select subcontractors to solicit bids. Review subcontractor proposals. Prepare, review for approval, and submit contract changes/proposal to owner. Negotiate contract changes/proposals with owners. Solicit and process submittals and shop drawings. Collaborate, prepare and update CPM project schedule. Preparation and updating of job cost budget. Monitor construction progress with Superintendent. Maintain project documentation. Investigate adverse situations and report to PM and/or Sr. PM. Represent company in project meetings, when required. Responsible for monitoring and maintaining project costs. Active participation in safety. Manage the collection and submission of project close out documentation Additional duties as assigned. Requirements B.S Construction Management / Engineering 2-3 years general construction experience required. Knowledge of construction, quantity take-offs and estimating required. Computer skills, knowledge of Project Management, scheduling, good communication and organizational skills are necessary. F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474. Note to Search Firm Agencies, Recruitment Agencies, and Similar Organizations and Firms : F.H. Paschen does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any F.H. Paschen employee. F.H Paschen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees and referral compensation associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of F.H. Paschen and will be processed accordingly. Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid time off 401K matching Flexible spending account Life insurance Referral program Professional development assistance

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