Assistant Construction Project Manager for Bike Parks & Trails

ZipRecruiter; Lambertville (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avid Trails is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager for exciting bike park and trail projects. This full-time remote position requires traveling to various project locations, managing project safety, quality, and cost control. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of construction project management experience and a passion for outdoor recreation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction project management.
• Familiarity with site work and construction principles.
• Comfortable with regular travel to construction project locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage project estimating, planning and scheduling.
• Track costs and manage subcontractor relationships.
• Coordinate with design team and prepare progress reports.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Cost Tracking

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description
Job Title: Assistant Construction Project Manager – Bike Parks & Trails
Location: Remote Position - Travel to Various Project Locations
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Project Manager, Owners
Compensation: Based on Experience, 401k and medical insurance benefits available

www.AvidTrails.com

About Avid TrailsAvid Trails is a leading trails, bike park and outdoor recreation facility design and construction firm that specializes in creating high-quality, sustainable trail systems and bike parks across the country. Our team partners with private developers, resorts, municipalities, and public land managers to bring dynamic outdoor experiences to life—from natural-surface singletrack to innovative bike skills parks and pump tracks. At Avid, we’re passionate about building fun, accessible, and environmentally responsible trails that connect people to the outdoors.Position OverviewAvid Trails is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Construction Project Manager to support our growing portfolio of bike park and trail projects nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to work with a talented, experienced team of planners, landscape architects and trail builders in some of the most scenic and inspiring project locations in the U.S.The Assistant Construction Project Manager will assist with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to build world-class trails, bike parks and pump tracks.Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience in construction project management, relevant site development and construction experience, and a passion for riding bikes, building trails and enjoying outdoor recreation. Regular travel for short visits to sites is a requirement of this position.Key Responsibilities

• Project estimating, planning and scheduling.
• Identifying key subcontractors or suppliers and soliciting cost estimates.
• Contract administration and management of subcontractors.
• Read, interpret and markup construction plans, layouts, and trail alignments in the field
• Managing daily activities and issues related to the completion of each project.
• Cost tracking throughout the duration of the project.
• Labor, materials and equipment sourcing and procurement.
• Crew travel arrangements, scheduling and logistics.
• Ongoing coordination with Avid Trails design team and third party landscape architects, engineers and designers.
• Reporting progress to Avid team and preparing progress bills as needed.
• Preparing and tracking change order requests.
• Assisting with permitting when required.
• Daily coordination with site superintendent or crew foreman to assist with their needs in the field, optimize workflow and stay on budget.
• Uphold safety and environmental standards on all job sites.
• Communicate clearly with clients, team members, and project partners.
  
  

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction project management
• Familiarity with site work, general construction and ideally bike park design principles and mountain bike trail features
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and terrain conditions
• Comfortable with regular travel to construction project locations
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Experience working with modern project management software
• Bonus: OSHA certification, First Aid/CPR, survey/GPS skills, or leadership experience
  
  

Traits

• Passion for mountain biking, trails, and outdoor recreation
• A collaborative, can-do attitude with an eye for detail and craftsmanship
• Interest in long-term career development in trail and park construction
• Willingness to get dirty, work hard, and build fun—day in and day out
  
  

Why Join Avid Trails?We’re not just building trails—we’re building experiences. As part of Avid Trails, you’ll join a dynamic team that values quality, creativity, and stewardship. We offer opportunities to grow your skills, work in amazing places, and help shape the future of outdoor recreation across the country.

To Apply:
Please send your resume, a brief cover letter, and any relevant project experience or photos to [e-mail].