Junior Construction Project Manager

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies.

Are you looking to build your career while making a meaningful impact on public education?

We are seeking a Junior Construction Project Manager to support facilities improvement projects throughout the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career construction professional to gain hands-on experience managing environmental remediation, renovation, and facilities improvement projects that directly impact schools and communities across Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and managing facilities construction, renovation, repair, and modernization projects.
• Review project requests, scopes of work, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with project management teams, maintenance staff, environmental consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Support project budgeting, funding requests, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor project schedules, labor charges, and overall project progress.
• Review consultant proposals and assist with cost evaluations and procurement activities.
• Coordinate asbestos abatement and lead remediation activities associated with school facility projects.
• Assist with contract administration, task orders, and project documentation.
• Review contractor submittals, daily reports, certified payroll records, and invoices.
• Participate in project meetings and help ensure environmental and safety requirements are properly communicated and documented.
• Support project closeout activities and maintain project tracking reports.

Requirements

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in construction project management, facilities project management, construction administration, project coordination, or a related field.
• Experience supporting projects through planning, construction, and closeout phases.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Studies, or a related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with K-12 school facilities, higher education facilities, public works, or government agency construction projects.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance, asbestos abatement, lead remediation, or environmental consulting projects.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices and Cal/OSHA requirements.
• Experience using Maximo or similar asset and work management systems.

Benefits

We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.

• Medical, Dental & Vision : 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
• Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO) : Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
• Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
• Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
• 401(k) : Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
• Education Support : Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
• Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000–$10,000 depending on level of hire
• Extra Paid Leave:  For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
• Client Shutdown Days : Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
• Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
• Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles

Why Join Greenridge?

• Be part of trusted leader in delivering impactful public sector projects.
• Play a meaningful role in shaping safe, modern, high-quality school environments.
• Join a team of experienced professionals dedicated to public infrastructure excellence.

The Greenridge Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.