Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

A growing civil and utility construction contractor is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of complex commercial and municipal infrastructure projects across Southern California. This role sits between the Project Engineer and Project Manager levels and is responsible for supporting project execution, coordinating documentation, and helping manage subcontractors, schedules, and budgets.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting civil or utility construction projects and is ready to take on more responsibility in project management and field coordination.

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day project execution and coordination
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and project documentation
• Assist with subcontractor coordination, scope review, and contract administration
• Track project schedules, procurement logs, and material deliveries
• Assist with cost tracking, billing, and change order documentation
• Coordinate with field teams, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve construction issues
• Support project meetings including OAC meetings and coordination meetings
• Maintain organized documentation for project records and closeout packages
• Help monitor project progress to ensure work stays on schedule and within budget

• 3–6 years of construction experience supporting project management
• Experience on civil, infrastructure, or utility construction projects preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
• Strong understanding of construction documents, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination
• Experience with Procore or similar project management software preferred
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple project tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Opportunity to grow into Project Manager roles