Assistant Construction Project Manager (Schools)

MGAC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and paid time off

Sick days and holidays

Wellness benefits

Job summary

MGAC in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Construction Project Manager to join our boutique consultancy. The role focuses on delivering multi-phased building projects with client expectations, design management, and site coordination.

You have 2+ years in construction project management, a related degree, and proficiency with MS Office and PDF tools; experience with Procore or similar platforms is a plus. On-site work four days a week is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in construction management, Business, Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical) or related field is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in construction project management with a thorough understanding of the building design and construction process.
• Construction management experience related to base building, schools, commercial, cultural, life sciences, corporate fit-out and/or developer work. Experience with site construction.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient in essential software applications, including MS Office, Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF tools, and project management platforms such as Procore or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an active member of a team of dynamic project managers in executing multi-phased projects, maintaining client expectations, and evolving project demands.
• Experience with construction oversight, design management, contract management and project communications.
• Responsible for monitoring progress in the field, schedule analysis, and quality control.
• Opportunity to build trust with and have direct interface with the construction team and client decision-makers.
• Identify project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee and prepare accurate project documentation for all phases of the project.
• Participate in tracking and processing invoices, purchase orders, and other financial commitments, exposures and obligations.
• Maintain relationships with the wider construction industry, trade associates, vendors, and professional organizations.

Skills

Construction project management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Construction management degree

Related field degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Nitro

Job description

Washington, DC

It’san exciting time to joinMGAC!

MGAC is a global boutique consultancy dedicated to managing andrepresentingour clients’ best interests. Our success is rooted in hiring exceptional people who are driven to do challenging work with the unique blend of experience, integrity, creativity, and commitment that separates us from our competitors.

We have three simple goals: to do the most interesting and challenging work, to have fun working together, and to build a successful business in the process.

This position requires local support, with approximately 4dayson-site support inWashington, DC, subject to client needs.

Unlock Your Potential

• Bachelor's or associate degree in construction management, Business, Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical)or related field is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in construction project management with a thorough understanding of the building design and construction process.
• Construction management experience related to base building,schools,commercial, cultural, life sciences, corporate fit-out and/or developer work. Experience with site construction.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient in essential software applications, including MS Office,AdobeAcrobator similar PDF tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Nitro), and project management platforms such as Procore or equivalent.

WhatYou’llBe Doing

• Participate as an active member of a team of dynamic project managers in executing multi-phased projects,maintainingclient expectations, and evolving project demands.
• Experience with construction oversite, design management, contractmanagementand project communications.
• Responsible for monitoring progress in the field, schedule analysis, and quality control.
• Opportunity to build trust with and havedirectinterface with the construction team and client decision-makers.
• Identifyproject risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee and prepareaccurateproject documentation for all phases of the project.
• Participate in tracking and processing invoices, purchase orders, and other financial commitments,exposuresand obligations.
• Maintain relationships with the wider construction industry, trade associates, vendors, and professional organizations.

Why WorkWithUs?

• 30years strong in North America and growing fast—with a positive, energizing culture.
• Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace with a true employee-first mindset.
• Entrepreneurial spirit encouraged—bring fresh ideas andexceedclient expectations.
• Global reach, yet agile and client-focused like a boutique firm.
• Your voice matters—flat structure, open doors, and recognition for your contributions.
• Strong work-life balance, generous PTO, and top-tier wellness benefits.

Beyond the Paycheck: Discover Our Benefits

• Vacation starts on day one—accrue3 weeks per year, plus a paid birthday off.
• 8 sick days and 9 paid holidays annually for full-time employees.
• Competitive benefits that support both personal and professional growth.

Salary Range

$100,000 - $115,000 per year (commensuratewith experience)

The advertised salary range is intended as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as experience,expertise, and location. This base salary does not reflect the full compensation package, which may include bonuses, 401(k) matching up to 8%, and other benefits.

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