Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

About Us

We’re here because the ‘old way’ wasn’t working.

Owners need people who can ask tough questions, make sound decisions, and be willing to fight for their best interests. And that’s what we do best.

At Iskagna, we’re grounded in the belief that building strong relationships is just as important as building strong projects. We’re a Charleston-based construction and development management firm with a passion for leading with heart, honoring our commitments, and serving our clients with clarity and conviction.

Founded in 2021, Iskagna was created to bring a more thoughtful, responsive approach to the built environment—one rooted in trust, transparency, and teamwork. We guide public and private clients through the full project lifecycle, helping them navigate challenges, manage complexity, and achieve outcomes that last.

Position Overview

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support Project and Development Managers in overseeing client capital projects from due diligence through closeout. Responsibilities include managing the design and permitting process, procuring contractors, developing and maintaining project budgets and schedules, and ensuring overall quality assurance. The role involves close collaboration with clients, design teams, contractors, and consultants to achieve project goals efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management of up to three simultaneous capital improvement or development projects.
• Assist with coordination of all project phases, including design, permitting, scheduling, budgeting, sustainability goals, client standards, QA / QC protocols, and potential tax credit requirements.
• Develop and maintain the overall Critical Path Method (CPM) Master Project Schedule.
• Assist with procurement of consultants, architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Evaluate contractor proposals for scope, accuracy, and alignment with project goals.
• Support the value engineering process with input from ownership, design teams, and general contractors.
• Coordinate day-to-day communications and resolutions among architects, contractors, and clients.
• Maintain organized project documentation, including meeting agendas & minutes, RFIs, submittals, invoices, and change orders.
• Support procurement and coordination of owner-supplied items such as FF&E, artwork, and signage.
• Lead coordination efforts with dry utility providers and jurisdictions.
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Facilitate project closeout, including punch list coordination and turnover documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, consultants, contractors, and client stakeholders.

Qualifications

Compensation

Compensation will be based on education, experience, skillset, and market benchmarks. A competitive salary and potential for growth will be offered to the right candidate.