Assistant Construction Manager - Design-Build Projects

Willdan; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan Performance Engineering, a subsidiary of Willdan, is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager in California. This role supports Project Managers in scheduling, document control, and quality delivery to ensure client satisfaction on complex design-build projects.

The candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management with 3+ years of construction experience, strong project management skills, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management or related training
• 3+ years of construction means and methods experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Familiarity with schedule, document control, and quality standards

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from conception to completion including planning, work scope reviews, scheduling, organization, site walkthroughs and closeout
• Resolve issues that may arise with clients, contractors or consultants
• Fully understand the scope of the project and related contract documents
• Have knowledge of the scopes within prime and subcontract agreements
• Manage the client relationship
• Develop tools, processes and procedures to facilitate projects
• Track project progress in relation to budgets, targets and forecasts
• Make recommendations for improvements to the program’s strategies and business processes
• Participation in the evaluation of program effectiveness
• Engagement in any and all areas critical to meeting program objectives
• Oversee and drive the RFI and submittal process
• Assist in preparing and updating project schedules and budgets
• Assist in coordinating construction activities on site
• Assist field operations in daily reports and dissemination of these reports
• Ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Manage project documentation and maintain accurate records
• Communicate with stakeholders including clients, contractors, and other team members throughout the construction process
• Assist in managing and resolving any issues that arise during construction
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Prioritization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction management

Tools

Excel

Database systems

Job description

Willdan Performance Engineering, a subsidiary of Willdan, is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager in California. This role supports Project Managers in scheduling, document control, and quality delivery to ensure client satisfaction on complex design-build projects.

The candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management with 3+ years of construction experience, strong project management skills, and the ability to travel as needed.