Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager Location: San Jose, CA Time Type: Full time At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world’s most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support a local school district client in San Jose. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career to gain hands‑on experience supporting K‑12 within an active campus environment. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assist the project management team with various parts of the project such as constructability review, value engineering, pay app reviews, schedule development, FF&E program development and execution. Assist in formulating the design, bid, and project phase of scheduling. Assist in the Addenda and Bid process. Under supervision of Project Manager, conduct pre‑bid and job start meetings. Monitor contract compliance and report concerns to Project Manager. Under the supervision of Project Manager, facilitate job site meetings and prepare meeting minutes. Oversee approvals from applicable government agencies are received and documented. Under supervision of Project Manager, conduct close out activities and assist with building occupancy. Prepares field reporting for review by Project Manager. Perform QA/QC process. Review change orders for completeness and conformance to company and client standards. Review RFIs/Submittals for completeness before distribution to design team. Provide basic CPM scheduling and budget management. Review and maintain As Built drawings. Other duties as assigned. Attendance at work during normal business hours. Knowledge & Skills Required Utilize effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate with various stakeholders, internal and external to the company. Demonstrate an understanding of how project documentation impacts the project flow. Ability to read blueprints. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently. Demonstrate sound judgement and logical decision-making skills. Understand how your role contributes to the organization’s goals. Deliver quality work product by role modeling organizational core values. Hold self accountable to individual and team goals. Consistently communicate and collaborate with team members and clients. Build relationships with peers, leaders, and clients. Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at current role and prepare for career progression. Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced, ever‑changing work environment. Rely on instructions and pre‑established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Preferred Education and Experience Education: BS in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or related field Experience: 3+ years of experience in Project Management, engineering, or construction management Previous California K‑12 DSA or public works project experience required. Salary Range $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year. Benefits Medical Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) 401(k) Matching Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Short and long‑term disability Employee Assistance Program Equal Employment Opportunity Cumming Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. All decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence, and promote the principle of equal employment opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cumming