Construction Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager – Commercial Construction

A well-established commercial general contractor in Santa Clara is seeking an organized and motivated Assistant Project Manager (APM) with 1–3 years of commercial construction experience. This office-based role will support multiple commercial and industrial projects, including cleanrooms, advanced manufacturing facilities, and tenant improvements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career construction professional who wants hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle and a clear path toward becoming a Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with daily project coordination and documentation
• Create and maintain project files, logs, and tracking reports
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, work plans, and material samples
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, cost tracking, and bidding
• Perform construction takeoffs and review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and field teams
• Support material and equipment procurement, tracking, receiving, and site delivery
• Attend project meetings, site walks, and inspections as needed
• Prepare closeout documentation, O&M manuals, and turnover packages
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the office team

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of commercial construction experience
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, takeoffs, project documentation, or subcontractor coordination
• Familiarity with commercial construction drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail
• Proactive, dependable, and willing to learn
• Comfortable working independently and supporting multiple Project Managers
• Strong written, verbal, and professional phone communication skills
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass a background check
• Must meet applicable client and project-site eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship where contractually required

Schedule

• Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Primarily office-based in Santa Clara
• Local candidates strongly preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• $80,000–$105,000, based on experience
• Fully employer-funded family PPO medical plan with low deductibles
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Two weeks of paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid safety and skills training
• Employee tickets to local professional sporting events
• Collaborative, hands-on team environment
• Career advancement into a Project Manager role