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Assistant Project Manager - Construction

$100k - $120k

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Join a respected Southern California builder with a long-standing reputation for quality, employee development, and diverse project work across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and mission-critical construction markets.

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Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

A well-established, employee-focused general contractor is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of commercial construction projects throughout Southern California. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced project teams on ground-up and tenant improvement projects while gaining exposure to preconstruction, project management, field operations, scheduling, budgeting, and client relations.

Why join us?

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Annual bonus potential
  • Vehicle allowance or transportation assistance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional seeking long-term growth with a premier Southern California builder delivering complex, high-profile projects across multiple market sectors.

Job Details

The ideal candidate is looking to take the next step in their construction management career with a company known for its collaborative culture, project diversity, and long-term growth opportunities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
  • 1-5+ years of experience in commercial construction as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, Field Engineer, or similar role.
  • Understanding of construction processes, project documentation, and contract administration.
  • Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, or similar construction software preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Desire to grow into a Project Manager-level position.

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