Assistant Construction Project Manager

D+H Construction; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

D+H Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Bay Area team and support project management through all phases from preconstruction to closeout. You will help coordinate documentation, maintain logs, and ensure schedules meet contract requirements.

This role blends onsite and office work with growth opportunities in construction project management. Ideal candidates bring 3 years of related experience and a degree in construction-related fields.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• A degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or related field is a huge plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in coordinating documentation for all project phases: preconstruction, construction, and closeout.
• Maintain construction documentation, including logs, reports, directories, and city/code-required documents.
• Assist in ensuring construction work complies with contract requirements and project schedules, report field issues to the Project Manager or Superintendent.
• Update and distribute project schedules to subcontractors and project teams.
• Schedule and meet with inspectors.
• Process RFIs, change orders, and submittals.
• Communicate effectively with owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Assist in reviewing plans and specifications to develop subcontractor scopes and identify constructability issues.
• Coordinate bid documents and subcontractor bid invitations.
• Assist with estimating and reviewing subcontractor proposals.
• Coordinate closeout documentation and as-built drawings at project completion.
• Perform duties both onsite and in the office.
• This position has room for growth and is ideal for someone interested in expanding their career in construction project management.

Skills

Three years of experience

Excellent written & verbal comms

Organizational, analytical, recording

Education

Construction Management / Architecture degree

Job description

* Must be local to the San Francisco Bay Area and able to visit job sites on a regular basis.

Familiarity with local construction markets and contractors is a plus. No relocation assistance will be offered. This position does not offer remote or work from home opportunities.

About Us

At D+H Construction, we build innovative projects, lasting client relationships, and strong careers for our team. Founded in 1981, we are a mid-sized, established general contractor. Our work includes construction of multi-family affordable housing for top nonprofit developers in the Bay Area.

Why Work Here?

• Join an elite team with direct access to firm leaders.
• We are established, yet growing.
• Our clients are mostly nonprofit developers driving to expand affordable housing in the Bay Area.
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits.
• We aim to create an inclusive, respectful environment.

The Position

A D+H Construction Assistant Project Manager is someone with experience or education in construction, architecture, and/or related fields. Working alongside project management and other team members, you will:

• Support Project Manager in coordinating documentation for all project phases: preconstruction, construction, and closeout.
• Maintain construction documentation, including logs, reports, directories, and city/code-required documents.
• Assist in ensuring construction work complies with contract requirements and project schedules, report field issues to the Project Manager or Superintendent.
• Update and distribute project schedules to subcontractors and project teams.
• Schedule and meet with inspectors.
• Process RFIs, change orders, and submittals.
• Communicate effectively with owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Assist in reviewing plans and specifications to develop subcontractor scopes and identify constructability issues.
• Coordinate bid documents and subcontractor bid invitations.
• Assist with estimating and reviewing subcontractor proposals.
• Coordinate closeout documentation and as-built drawings at project completion.
• Perform duties both onsite and in the office.
• This position has room for growth and is ideal for someone interested in expanding their career in construction project management.

This position has room for growth and is ideal for someone interested in expanding their career in construction project management.

What’s Required by You

• A minimum of three years of relevant experience. A degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or related field is a huge plus
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Strong organizational, analytical, and recording skills