Assistant Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Location: Northern California (Bay Area & Sonora) Our client is a growing General Contractor specializing in the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Northern California. With a strong backlog of work and projects valued up to $100M , they are looking for a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager to join the team and grow into a long-term leadership role. About the Role You’ll initially be assigned to a major water infrastructure project in Sonora, CA for approximately 4–6 months . During this period, the company provides: Fully covered accommodation $70/day tax-free per diem The opportunity to work on a high-profile project alongside an experienced project team Following completion of the Sonora project, you’ll transition onto future projects located primarily throughout the San Francisco Bay Area , minimizing long‑term travel. Responsibilities Support the Project Manager with the day‑to‑day delivery of water and wastewater construction projects Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and self‑perform field crews Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation Assist with scheduling, cost tracking, procurement, and material management Perform field walks, quality inspections, and ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with project specificationsWork closely with owners, engineers, inspectors, and field personnel to keep projects progressing on schedule Assist with project closeout, commissioning, and turnover documentation What We’re Looking For Experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or Assistant Project Manager on heavy civil, mechanical, utility, or water/wastewater projects Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents Strong communication and organizational skills Experience with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project is beneficial Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred, but equivalent construction experience will also be considered Willingness to spend the first 4–6 months working in Sonora before transitioning to Bay Area projects What’s on Offer Opportunity to join a rapidly growing General Contractor with a strong pipeline of Northern California projects Exposure to large‑scale water and wastewater projects valued up to $100M Clear progression from Project Engineer into Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager roles Competitive salary and benefits package Fully paid accommodation and $70/day per diem while working on the initial Sonora project Long‑term project work primarily located throughout the Bay Area following the initial assignment #J-18808-Ljbffr Metric Geo