Assistant Project Manager

Eleven Western Builders, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Health benefits

401(k)

Vehicle allowance

Cell phone and laptop provided

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Eleven Western Builders, Inc. is seeking a detail‑oriented construction professional to support project managers in a fast‑paced environment. You will help with documentation, RFIs, submittals, COs, and tracking, while learning to read plans and manage schedules and budgets across multiple projects.

The role offers advancement toward full project management, collaboration with field and office teams, and exposure to diverse retail and commercial builds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in construction management.
• 1-3 years of construction industry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, architectural, structural, and mechanical plans.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with project documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and tracking.
• Review drawings and specifications to understand project requirements.
• Coordinate with field and office teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Help manage project schedules and budgets and track costs.
• Process subcontractor billings and invoices.
• Maintain project logs and documentation.

Skills

Reading plans

Project coordination

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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YOU ARE DETAIL-ORIENTED AND HIGHLY ORGANIZED.

You thrive in fast-paced environments where priorities shift quickly. You enjoy managing multiple tasks, tracking project details, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

YOU ARE A PROBLEM SOLVER AND A SELF-STARTER.

You take initiative, think critically, and work through challenges independently while knowing when to collaborate with your team. You can identify potential issues before they become larger problems and help keep projects moving forward.

YOU ENJOY WORKING WITH PEOPLE.

You communicate effectively with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. You understand the importance of building strong working relationships and maintaining a professional, positive attitude.

YOU WANT TO GROW YOUR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT CAREER.

You are eager to learn all aspects of project management, from reviewing plans and specifications to managing change orders, project schedules, budgets, and project closeout activities.

Essential Duties May Include

In the first 30 days and ongoing:

• Learn Eleven Western Builders' processes, procedures, software platforms, and project management standards.
• Assist Project Managers with project documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project tracking.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with field and office teams.
• Review project drawings and specifications to gain a thorough understanding of project requirements.
• Build positive working relationships with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.

By The 90-day Mark And Ongoing

• Support the coordination of subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, and cost tracking.
• Help review and process subcontractor billings, change requests, and project invoices.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify potential delays or issues.
• Assist with maintaining project logs and documentation.

Within The 6th To 9th-month Mark And Ongoing

• Take a more active role in managing project activities and technical coordination.
• Review and process RFIs, submittals, change orders, and related documentation with limited oversight.
• Support quality control efforts and help ensure compliance with project specifications and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with design professionals, subcontractors, and field personnel to resolve project challenges.

By The 12th Month Mark And Ongoing

• Serve as a key support resource to the Project Management team on multiple projects.
• Independently manage assigned project responsibilities while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Contribute to successful project delivery through proactive communication, organization, and problem-solving.
• Assist with project closeout activities and final documentation requirements.

Education, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 1-3 years of construction industry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, architectural, structural, and mechanical plans.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project coordination.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments.

Who We Are

Since 1983, Eleven Western Builders, Inc. has been a leading retail general contractor, delivering innovative, quality-built construction projects to a diverse group of clients. We approach every project with a goal of total satisfaction for our clients, ourselves, and all members of the project team, ready to conquer any obstacle that may arise.

At Eleven Western Builders, we keep our promise to build the best projects by providing our clients with top-level management and the highest quality fieldwork on projects throughout California and the western United States. We love this work, we were built to do it, and we are ready to earn our clients' trust.

Benefits

Annual Performance-Based Bonuses, Health Benefits Package, 401(k), Vehicle Allowance, Company-Issued Cell Phone and Laptop, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time.

Salary Range

$80K - 115K Salary