Assistant Construction Manager

Jobtailor; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Construction Project Manager to guide projects from mobilization through closeout. You will support site visits, monitor progress, review plans, and coordinate stakeholders to resolve issues.

You will help manage subcontracts, track changes, prepare reports, and oversee cost estimates and budgets. The role requires strong organizational skills and a valid US driver’s license, with preference for PM platform experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a construction-related role.
• Ability to read construction drawings and schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and coordinating all aspects of project construction from mobilization to closeout.
• Support the Construction Project Manager with site visits, monitoring daily work progress, field reports, and stakeholder coordination.
• Help review and interpret plans, specifications, and schedules to identify discrepancies and support issue resolution.
• Assist with contract administration, including drafting and reviewing subcontracts, tracking changes, and managing payment applications.
• Prepare project progress reports, coordinate meetings with stakeholders, and maintain effective communication channels.
• Support the development of cost estimates, monitor project budgets, and identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Process RFIs, submittals, and change orders using project management systems such as Procore.
• Track project schedules and help identify potential delays or field issues.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, labor, materials, equipment, and other construction documentation in alignment with Parkhill's QA/QC protocols.
• Attend project meetings and facilitate communication between contractors, consultants, and design teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Management Systems

Cost Estimation

Contract Administration

OSHA 10/30 Certification

Reading Construction Drawings

Budget Monitoring

Change Order Processing

Field Report Preparation

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Time-Management Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and coordinating all aspects of project construction from mobilization to closeout
• Support the Construction Project Manager with site visits, monitoring daily work progress, field reports, and stakeholder coordination
• Help review and interpret plans, specifications, and schedules to identify discrepancies and support issue resolution
• Assist with contract administration, including drafting and reviewing subcontracts, tracking changes, and managing payment applications
• Prepare project progress reports, coordinate meetings with stakeholders, and maintain effective communication channels
• Support the development of cost estimates, monitor project budgets, and identify potential cost-saving opportunities
• Process RFIs, submittals, and change orders using project management systems such as Procore
• Track project schedules and help identify potential delays or field issues
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, labor, materials, equipment, and other construction documentation in alignment with Parkhill's QA/QC protocols
• Attend project meetings and facilitate communication between contractors, consultants, and design teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in a construction-related roleWorking knowledge of construction methods, materials, codes, and regulations
• 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

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project construction management, including contract administration, cost estimation, and stakeholder communication. Proficient in utilizing project management systems and maintaining compliance with construction regulations and quality assurance protocols.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Construction Management
• Project Management Systems
• Cost Estimation
• Contract Administration
• OSHA 10/30 Certification

Hard Skills

• Construction Methods
• Reading Construction Drawings
• Budget Monitoring
• Change Order Processing
• Field Report Preparation

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Time-Management Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• OSHA 10/30 Certification

Industry Keywords

• Construction Codes
• Construction Regulations
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Quality Assurance
• Project Closeout

Tools & Technologies

• Procore
• Bluebeam
• Primavera
• Microsoft Office