Assistant Project Manager

Location: Charlotte, NC • Company: Zepsa Industries • Contact: Steve Ballinger • Phone: 7045839220

About the role

The Assistant Project Manager provides major support in executing high‑end, custom residential millwork projects from contract award through final installation. AutoCad skills are required. The role manages complex, detail‑driven work for luxury interiors, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship, seamless coordination, and an elevated client experience. The ideal candidate combines strong technical millwork knowledge with polished client‑facing skills and the ability to manage multiple bespoke projects simultaneously. Work environment includes office, manufacturing facility, and high‑end residential job sites, with regular coordination with designers, craftsmen, and installation teams, and national travel to job sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage luxury residential millwork projects from kickoff through close‑out
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and work plans
• Coordinate all phases including design development, engineering, fabrication, finishing, delivery, and installation
• Proactively identify risks and resolve issues to maintain schedule, quality, and budget
• Serve as primary point of contact for homeowners, interior designers, architects, and builders
• Lead project meetings and provide clear, professional communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage scope changes, upgrades, and change orders with discretion and transparency
• Deliver a white‑glove client experience aligned with luxury residential expectations
• Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, and material selections for accuracy and intent
• Collaborate with engineering and fabrication teams to ensure feasibility and execution of complex details
• Resolve technical challenges related to custom joinery, specialty finishes, and high‑end hardware
• Coordinate field measurements and site conditions critical to residential installations
• Track project costs, labor, and material expenditures
• Ensure profitability while maintaining uncompromising quality
• Manage billing schedules, deposits, and milestone invoicing
• Communicate schedule impacts clearly and proactively
• Uphold the highest standards of craftsmanship, fit, and finish
• Conduct quality reviews throughout fabrication and prior to installation
• Coordinate installation sequencing with builders and other trades
• Oversee punch list completion and final client acceptance

Qualifications

• Project management experience in high‑end residential millwork or custom cabinetry
• Deep understanding of luxury residential construction, millwork materials, and finishes
• Proven experience managing complex, one‑of‑a‑kind residential projects
• Strong client‑facing communication and relationship management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational ability

Skills

• AutoCad – ability to read, interpret, and edit architectural and interior design drawings
• Proficiency with project management tools and scheduling software

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Retirement plan with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance available
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long‑term growth opportunities within a luxury millwork firm