Assistant Project Manager

Elite Executive Solutions LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career development and mentorship

Clear advancement path to PM

Opportunity on high-profile projects

Job summary

Elite Executive Solutions LLC in Austin, TX seeks an Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Construction) to support complex commercial, healthcare and data center projects, coordinating schedules, costs and subcontractors under mentorship toward a PM role.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, safety compliance, and hands-on learning with Procore and Microsoft Office tools; prior electrical construction exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in construction project coordination or assistant PM roles.
• Electrical construction experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of project controls and contract administration.
• Proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist PMs with planning, execution, and successful delivery of electrical construction projects.
• Assist with scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
• Coordinate procurement, subcontractors, and project documentation.
• Review drawings, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Maintain project records and assist with contract administration.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate with field and office teams.
• Track project progress, identify potential issues, and support resolution efforts.
• Assist with monthly billings, job cost reporting, and project closeout documentation.
• Promote compliance with safety standards, company policies, and client requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Construction Management/Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Procore

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Assistant Project Manager (Electrical Construction) - Austin, TX

Elite Executive Solutions is partnering with a leading electrical contractor in the Austin market to identify motivated Assistant Project Managers who are looking to advance their careers while supporting complex commercial, healthcare, and mission-critical/data center projects.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and is eager to develop into a Project Manager through hands-on experience and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with the planning, execution, and successful delivery of electrical construction projects.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
• Coordinate material procurement, subcontractors, and project documentation.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Maintain project records and assist with contract administration.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with field and office teams.
• Track project progress, identify potential issues, and support resolution efforts.
• Assist with monthly billings, job cost reporting, and project closeout documentation.
• Promote compliance with safety standards, company policies, and client requirements.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in construction project coordination, project engineering, or assistant project management.
• Experience in electrical construction strongly preferred.
• Basic understanding of construction processes, project controls, and contract administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and project management software such as Procore.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• Commercial, healthcare, industrial, or data center project exposure.
• Experience reviewing drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred but not required.

What's Offered

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits program.
• Career development and mentorship from experienced industry leaders.
• Clear advancement path into Project Management.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with a respected and growing contractor.