Assistant Construction Manager

Parkhill; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible schedules

Professional development & licensing

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Job summary

Parkhill is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager in Arlington, TX. The role supports planning, coordination, and oversight of construction activities alongside PMs and contractors. It emphasizes field coordination, schedule and cost monitoring, and quality management from preconstruction to closeout.

The position is full-time, on-site, with bi-weekly pay and no remote option. A CCM path is encouraged, with strong organizational and communication skills required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction-related field is required.
• Minimum 2+ years in a construction-related role.
• Working toward CCM is required.
• Familiarity with reading drawings/schedules; Microsoft Office proficiency; Procore/Bluebeam/Primavera preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Planning, coordination, and oversight from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Perform site observations and monitor progress, quality, and conformance; document findings.
• Review drawings, specs, schedules, and contracts to understand requirements and identify conflicts.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, change orders, payments, and related admin tasks.
• Monitor schedules, milestones, and look-ahead activities; assist with mitigation strategies.
• Assist with budget tracking, change orders, and payment reviews.
• Attend site/OAC/coordination meetings and document actions and decisions.

Skills

Construction Management

Scheduling

Documentation

Procore

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera

Job description

Assistant Construction Manager

Location: US-TX-Arlington

ID: 2026-2525

Category: Prog Mgmt/Owners Rep

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote: No

Overview

The Assistant Construction Manager supports the planning, coordination, and oversight of construction activities from preconstruction through project closeout. Working alongside Construction Managers, Project Managers, contractors, design teams, clients, and other project stakeholders, this role assists with field coordination, construction administration, schedule and cost monitoring, quality management, and issue resolution. The Assistant Construction Manager may support traditional construction management, Owner's Representative, and program management assignments depending on project needs and assumes increasing responsibility as experience and proficiency develop. This is a full-time position paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis.

Life at Parkhill

At Parkhill, Building Community is more than what we do. It's how we work, grow, and make a difference together. We invest in our people so they can invest in one another and in the communities we call home.

Join a team where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work can have a lasting impact. From emerging professionals to experienced leaders, Parkhill offers opportunities to build a career with purpose.

Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest, with16offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

Responsibilities

• Supports Construction Managers and Project Managers in the planning, coordination, and oversight of construction activities from preconstruction through project closeout
• Performs regular site observations and monitors construction progress, quality, and general conformance with project requirements; documents observations and communicates concerns to appropriate project team members
• Reviews drawings, specifications, schedules, contracts, and other project documents to understand project requirements, support field coordination, and identify potential conflicts or issues
• Coordinates and tracks RFIs, submittals, change requests, payment applications, and other construction administration activities through review and resolution
• Monitors project schedules, milestones, sequencing, and look-ahead activities; identifies potential delays or schedule conflicts and assists with evaluating mitigation and recovery strategies
• Supports project cost management by tracking budgets, commitments, changes, and potential cost impacts; assists with review of contractor proposals, change requests, and payment applications
• Participates in site meetings, OAC meetings, coordination meetings, and project reviews; prepares meeting documentation and tracks action items, decisions, and commitments through resolution

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in a construction-related role
• Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, codes, and regulations
• Working towards a CCM is required
• Familiarity with reading construction drawings and schedules
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; experience with project management platforms like Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera is preferred
• OSHA 10/30 certification is preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Valid US driver's license to visit project sites, clients, and other Parkhill offices

Benefits and Perks

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that supports the whole person. Our benefits include:

• Life Balance: hybrid/flexible work schedules, a flexible work environment, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
• Investing in Your Future Growth: specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, intern development programs, and the University of Parkhill.
• Competitive Benefits: multiple health plan options, FSA for dependent care, HSA contributions, employer 401(k) contribution, employer-paid basic life, employer-paid short & long term disability, and performance bonuses.
• Well-Being: mental health care, culture committees, wellness program, and a charitable giving match.