Construction Division Assistant Manager

ServiceMaster of Salem is a leading disaster restoration and reconstruction firm serving the greater Salem region across four locations. We restore homes, businesses, and communities following fire, water, and storm events. Our Construction Division is growing and we're building the leadership team to match.

We're looking for a sharp, driven construction professional who is ready to step into leadership. As Assistant Division Manager, you will work directly alongside our Operations Manager to sharpen the efficiency and profitability of the Construction Division coordinating project managers, supporting estimators, and ensuring every job runs on time, on budget, and above client expectations. This is a high-visibility role with a clear path toward Division Manager. You will have real influence over how the division operates shaping the systems, workflows, and culture we build together.

Oversee job distribution and assignment across the division, matching the right crews and project managers to each project

Run weekly division meetings and lead operational reviews with project managers and estimators

Partner with estimators to review project scopes, budgets, and profitability targets before and during jobs

Identify and drive process improvements that reduce waste and increase division margin

Monitor active projects for schedule adherence, quality standards, and client satisfaction

Support project managers with problem-solving on complex or escalated jobs

Track KPIs and report division performance to the Operations Manager

Help onboard, coach, and develop field staff and project management team members

Coordinate with mitigation, administration, and sales departments for seamless job handoffs

Step in as acting division lead when the Operations Manager is unavailable

Required:

37 years of construction project management experience

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and crews simultaneously

Strong working knowledge of construction estimating and job costing

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Experience with project management or scheduling software

Ability to hold teams accountable while maintaining a positive, professional culture

Preferred:

Restoration industry experience (fire, water, or storm reconstruction)

Familiarity with Xactimate estimating software

Prior experience in a supervisory or assistant management role

Career Growth: Clear path toward Division Manager as our organization scales across the Salem region

Real Ownership: Meaningful authority over division operations not just a title

Supportive Leadership: Work alongside experienced leaders invested in your development

Competitive Compensation: $6,000 - $6,500 per plus monthly performance bonuses

Benefits Package: Health, dental, and vision coverage - Matching 401K - PTO - Paid Holidays - Company Vehicle - Company Phone & Laptop

Stable Industry: Disaster restoration is recession-resistant meaningful work that doesn't slow down