Assistant Project Manager

About This Role

Assistant Project Managers support the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects under the direction of a Project Manager. You’ll work between the field and office to keep schedules, costs, paperwork, and trades on track. Day-to-day you’ll help create and update schedules and budgets, manage RFIs/submittals/change orders, track materials and subcontractors, enforce quality and safety on site, and report progress to project leadership. This is a hands-on role for someone who knows drawings, can manage details, and wants steady field and office work.

What You'll Do

• • Assist with project scheduling, update gantt/phase schedules, and monitor milestones to keep jobs on track
• • Track budgets and job costs, prepare cost reports, and flag variances to project leadership
• • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries; confirm scopes and timelines
• • Manage project documentation: RFIs, submittals, change orders, permits, and meeting minutes
• • Perform site inspections for quality control and ensure safety compliance with site teams
• • Communicate daily progress, issues, and action items to PMs, superintendents, and stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• • 2+ years construction project experience or assistant PM experience on commercial or residential jobs
• • Proficient in reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, and civil plans
• • Strong math and analytical skills for cost tracking, estimates, and job cost reports
• • Experience with Procore and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); comfortable with Teams/Zoom/Slack
• • Solid communication and leadership skills — able to coordinate crews, vendors, and clients
• • Working knowledge of building codes, permit/inspection processes, and quality control procedures

Qualifications

• • OSHA 10 (required) — OSHA 30 preferred
• • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; ability to travel to job sites
• • Procore experience; Procore certification is a plus
• • Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• • Able to pass background check and drug screen
• • Spanish language skills a plus but not required

What We Offer

• • Competitive pay (DOE) with overtime opportunities
• • Medical, dental, and vision coverage available
• • Paid time off and paid holidays
• • 401(k) plan with company match or retirement savings options
• • On-the-job training, certifications, and career advancement to PM roles
• • Mileage or travel reimbursement and toolbox/account access for field staff

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