Assistant Project Manager; Austin, TX – Austin Bridge & Road
Listed on 2026-03-03
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Operations Manager -
Construction
Civil Engineering, Operations Manager
Description
Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.
-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies:
Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.
Austin Bridge & Road has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager for projects in Austin, Texas . The Assistant Project manager performs a variety of jobsite administrative duties including, but not limited to, the following: quantity tracking, cost control, scheduling, engineering design implementation, document control, job cost, forecasting, subcontract management, and procurement. When not assigned to a project, the Assistant Project Manager may assist other departments as necessary.
SupervisoryResponsibilities
- Field Engineer
- Office Engineer
- Field Office Manager
- Subcontractors
s of Responsibility
- Administration
- Construction
- Bid Review
- Training
- Assist in Subcontract negotiations and project buyout
- Scheduling and coordination of the project
- Project cost accounting
- Owner billings
- Change orders
- Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers
- Compliance with company policies & procedures
- Development of subordinates
- Participate as a Multi-rater in annual reviews of subordinates
- Manage the document control system, including RFIs, submittals, correspondence, and meeting notes.
- Review submittals to ensure proper coordination and adherence to plans and specifications.
- Assist with startup activities on the project, working closely with the superintendent.
- Perform tasks associated with project completion, including closeout documentation, completion reports, and collection of final payments.
- Prepare and submit the monthly pay request for owners and architects, ensuring accurate and timely billings.
- Distribute proposed changes for pricing, price any self-perform work, verify subcontractor pricing, and evaluate schedule impacts due to scope changes.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining job cost reporting in line with company policy.
- Help develop Work Plans and assist the superintendent with their implementation.
- Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, quality reviews, and follow-up for non-compliant work.
- Ensure a safe work environment through periodic inspections, and ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA, and contractual requirements.
- A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred but may be substituted with equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of experience managing DOT projects is strongly preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all levels of management.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills to effectively prioritize tasks and achieve desired results.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment and meet deadlines consistently.
- Over 5 years of experience in the construction industry, focusing on heavy highway, bridge, and heavy civil projects.
- Proven project management experience in the construction industry, specifically within heavy highway, bridge, and heavy civil sectors.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Bridge & Road is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.
We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to .
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About Austin Bridge and RoadA leader in the heavy highway and transportation industry for more than 100 years, Austin Bridge & Road delivers asphalt and concrete services, and builds landmark projects such as complex highway interchanges, tollways,…
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