Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager – Restaurant Facilities Services

Alpharetta, GA | Hybrid after onboarding

Position Summary

We're looking for a driven Assistant Project Manager to join our Restaurant Facilities Services Group, supporting remodel and improvement projects for nationally recognized restaurant brands. In this role, you'll help manage a wide range of services—from repairs, upgrades, and equipment installations to flooring, parking lot repairs, dining room refreshes, and brand image enhancements.

You'll work closely with respected national restaurant clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, so professionalism, responsiveness, and a commitment to excellence are essential. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment and takes pride in delivering a consistently outstanding client experience.

Our Assistant Project Managers live our core values every day: Integrity, Servitude, Relationships, Customer Satisfaction, Teamwork, and Knowledge.

About Us

Horizon Construction is a well-established commercial construction company with offices in metro Atlanta, Dallas, Florida, and Ohio. For more than 34 years, we've specialized in restaurant construction, partnering with highly respected national brands including Chick-fil-A and Chipotle.

Our philosophy is simple: hire talented people who love what they do, give them meaningful and challenging work, and allow them to share in the company's success. The result is a financially strong company with an outstanding industry reputation—and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.

This position is based in our Alpharetta, GA office with our Facilities team, with the opportunity for a hybrid office/home schedule after onboarding and training.

What You'll Do

As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll support the successful delivery of restaurant remodel projects while ensuring exceptional client satisfaction. Key responsibilities include:

• Clear, proactive communication with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams
• Relationship-driven customer service, ensuring clients feel supported throughout every phase of construction
• Project organization and coordination, including reviewing drawings and documents, tracking costs and profitability, and managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Monitoring schedules, anticipating challenges, and helping resolve issues before they impact timelines
• Supporting future work opportunities by consistently delivering high-quality service
• Collaborating in a team-based environment to drive successful outcomes

Some travel is required.

What We're Looking For

• 2–3+ years of project management or related experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree a plus, but not required
• Ability to read construction plans and a solid understanding of construction sequencing and processes (preferred)
• Service-oriented mindset with a passion for delivering a Better Construction Experience
• Highly motivated, self-directed, adaptable, and resourceful
• Strong written and verbal communication skills—timely communication is critical to success
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects at various stages
• Financially responsible with strong problem-solving skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
• Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Enjoys building genuine relationships internally and externally

Compensation & Benefits

We offer more than a job—we offer a career with a company that truly values its people.

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based salary adjustments and generous bonus opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Long-term career growth opportunities within a stable, respected organization

Horizon Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: Horizon Construction will never conduct hiring exclusively via text, social media, or email, nor will we request