Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Assistant Project Manager (Field-Focused) – Mission Critical Construction

Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex (Hybrid: Field + Office)

Role Overview

This is a hands-on Assistant Project Manager role designed for someone who wants to build real-world construction judgment through both field and project exposure.

You will support project execution across both the desk and the field—working closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to coordinate work, track progress, and help maintain alignment across safety, schedule, and quality.

You will spend time in active job site environments, assisting with coordination, observing installation, identifying potential constraints, and learning how real-time decisions impact project outcomes.

This role is intended to develop a builder’s mindset, including:

Understanding means and methods
Learning sequencing and trade flow
Recognizing field constraints and constructability challenges
Connecting field conditions to schedule, cost, and risk

Projects may take place in:

Active manufacturing facilities
Cleanrooms
Shutdown environments
Occupied buildings

These environments require attention to detail, strong communication, and disciplined coordination.

What You’ll Do

Preconstruction & Planning

Review drawings, specifications, and scope to understand project requirements
Support estimating efforts and subcontractor/vendor outreach
Participate in constructability reviews with project leadership
Assist in developing schedules and phasing plans
Support procurement coordination and material tracking

Field & Execution Support

Assist with daily job site coordination and production tracking
Participate in site walks to observe progress and installation quality
Help identify and communicate field constraints to project leadership
Support subcontractor coordination and trade sequencing efforts
Participate in safety walks and reinforce jobsite safety expectations

Project Controls & Communication

Prepare and manage RFIs under PM guidance
Maintain document control (logs, revisions, submittals, addenda)
Track project costs, general conditions, and labor progress
Attend OAC meetings and support meeting documentation
Assist in coordinating communication between stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

This role is for someone who wants to grow into a high-performing builder and project leader.

Strong candidates:

Are curious and want to understand how things are built
Are comfortable spending time in the field
Ask good questions and seek clarity
Take initiative but understand when to escalate
Communicate clearly and follow through reliably
Are developing confidence in complex environments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
2–4 years of construction experience (internship, field, or project support)
Basic understanding of construction processes and documents
OSHA-10 certification completed or in progress
Interest in mission-critical or industrial construction environments is a plus

Pay: $70,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year

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