Assistant Construction Manager

Assistant Construction Manager

Location: Englewood, CO
Position Type: Contract
Industry: EPC / Construction Management

Position Summary

The Assistant Construction Manager will support the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or EPC Project or Program Manager with the day-to-day execution of construction projects. This role assists with managing project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, documentation, turnover, and field-based activities required to successfully deliver Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC), construction management, and program management projects.

This position supports a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial buildings, electrical transmission & distribution, facilities, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.

• Assist with daily management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and field activities.
• Collaborate with the project team to support Safety & Health performance for team members, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Support development and implementation of:
  • Project Execution Plans
  • Quality Assurance Plans
  • Safety & Health Plans
  • Subcontracting and Procurement Plans
  • Project Staffing Plans and Organization Charts
• Assist with site mobilization and demobilization planning and execution.
• Secure and track required project permits.

• Contribute to negotiation, approval, and execution of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Support preparation of Requests for Proposal (RFPs), detailed scopes of work, bid evaluations, and subcontractor selection.
• Execute downstream contract administration including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
• Support invoicing processes for prime contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, and client contractors.
• Verify subcontractor and contractor compliance related to insurance, licensing, taxes, and securities.

• Assist with project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project setup, closeout, and field progress tracking.
• Support preparation and reporting of project status, risks, schedules, costs, and cash flows for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze composite crew rates, labor burdens, production rates, and equipment costs.
• Support earned value management, forecasting, and cost control metrics.

• Coordinate with Superintendents and Site Managers to ensure subcontractor compliance with safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Support onboarding of craft labor and field supervision.
• Assist with staffing plans in collaboration with field operations and craft HR teams.
• Maintain accurate craft classifications, progression records, and training compliance.
• Support development of project labor agreements when required.
• Assist with managing construction equipment inventory and utilization.

• Establish and maintain project documentation, filing systems, and record retention processes.
• Support and participate in safety, quality, progress, and financial audits.
• Facilitate materials receiving, inventory control, storage, and transportation.
• Assist with project turnover documentation, warranties, and closeout activities.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures across all project activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant construction experience, or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to meet company driving requirements.

• Prior experience supporting construction projects or program management efforts within:
  • Aviation
  • Commercial construction
  • Energy or power generation
  • Government
  • Manufacturing
  • Oil & gas
  • Process industries
  • Transmission & distribution
  • Transportation
  • Water/wastewater

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CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.