Assistant Project Manager

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Full Time Tracy, CA, US

25 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Volumetric Building Companies (
VBC
) is a vertically integrated global volumetric construction leader, headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. with locations across the United States and in Europe in the UK, Poland and Serbia.

Utilizing our technology-enabled design and engineering model, precision-driven manufacturing capabilities, and project-proven modular construction expertise, the company's focus is on providing high quality, sustainably produced buildings in less time across varied market sectors including housing and hospitality.

As we grow, we are continually and very selectively adding top talent to our team. Our engaging culture is one that promotes teamwork, innovation, continuous learning, open and candid communications, and respect and support for one another, and for the communities in which we operate.

If you think you are one of the best at what you do and want to join us on our journey to build the future and improve lives
, then we'd love to hear from you!

The Assistant Project Manager will be a member of VBC's U.S. Project Delivery Team and will support the planning and development of projects from early concept and design through project handoff to the execution team. Working closely with Project Managers, Estimating, Design, Procurement, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams, this role will help establish project scope, schedule, budget, and execution strategies to position projects for successful delivery.

This role is ideal for someone with foundational experience in the AEC, construction, engineering, or manufacturing industries who is ready to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while developing the skills necessary to grow into a Project Manager role.

• Support the development of projects from early concepts through design development and transition to project execution.
• Assist Project Managers with establishing project scope, schedule, budget, and key project milestones.
• Review contract documents, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation to understand project requirements.
• Assist with constructability reviews and identify potential design, cost, schedule, and execution risks.
• Support development and maintenance of project execution plans and preconstruction deliverables.
• Assist with identifying project assumptions, exclusions, constraints, and potential scope gaps.
• Participate in project kickoff, design review, and preconstruction meetings.

• Support the review and development of project budgets and cost estimates.
• Assist with tracking design development and scope changes that may impact project cost.
• Coordinate with Estimating and Procurement teams to validate pricing, quantities, and material requirements.
• Assist with value engineering exercises and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
• Support preparation of budget updates, cost reports, and other financial project documentation.

• Coordinate with internal and external design teams to track project design progress and deliverables.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings for completeness, coordination, and alignment with project requirements.
• Assist with managing RFIs, design clarifications, and other project correspondence during preconstruction.
• Maintain current drawings, specifications, and…