Assistant Project Manager (Heavy Civil & Transportation Infrastructure Projects - Southern California, USA)

Protecnium is an international consulting firm specializing in engineering and technical services (). We are currently looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team for heavy civil and transportation infrastructure projects in Southern California, USA (on-site position).

• Project: Highway, Bridge, Roadway, and Transportation Infrastructure Projects
• Estimated duration of the position: +24 months
• In general, when the project ends, we try to place the employee in other projects to give him/her continuity.

Summary

The Assistant Project Manager will support the Project Manager in the day-to-day management of transportation and heavy civil infrastructure projects. The role involves coordinating construction activities, subcontractors, project documentation, budgets, schedules, and project controls while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Support project planning, execution, and coordination activities.
• Assist with project cost control, budgeting, and reporting.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• Support schedule management and progress monitoring.
• Participate in client, subcontractor, and project coordination meetings.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Assist with contract administration and change management processes.
• Support field operations and office teams to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Monitor project performance and assist in risk identification and mitigation.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and contractual requirements.
• Working hours: Monday to Friday – 9 working hours (including a 1-hour lunch break)

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in heavy civil, transportation, highways, bridges, or roadway projects is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of project controls, scheduling, cost tracking, and construction processes.
• Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of contract administration principles.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• English level: C1 minimum.

Benefits

• Working for an international company currently expanding.
• 22 paid vacation days.
• Travel: Round-trip flights at the beginning and end of the project.
• Hotel: Two weeks of accommodation upon arrival if necessary.
• Vehicle provided.
• Company laptop provided.
• Company phone provided.
• Medical insurance: 50% covered for the employee.

The description and conditions indicated here are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees but do not constitute a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and general competencies required by the staff. Additionally, they do not establish an employment contract and are subject to modifications as required by the employer.

At Protecnium, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

To ensure fairness and accessibility, we also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.