Assistant Project Manager

Thomas Young Group; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company matching

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in Dallas, TX is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to help develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets on commercial construction projects.

You'll work with the Project Manager as the primary client contact, ensure clear communication, enforce quality and safety, and oversee procurement, documentation, and project records to support on-time delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years minimum as an Assistant Project Manager with a commercial general contractor.
• Experience on projects with commercial project values between $5M-$30M+.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with software like Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Procore.
• Clear understanding of documentation processes between owners, architects, and contractors.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents, including project plans, specifications, and shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and managing project plans and schedules, monitoring progress, and adjusting as needed
• Assist with creating and overseeing project budgets, controlling costs, and managing financial risks
• Work with the Project Manager to act as the primary client contact and lead project teams to ensure clear communication
• Enforce quality standards, manage risks, and monitor safety practices and compliance
• Maintain project records and manage procurement and supply chains

Skills

Project scheduling

Budget control

Client coordination

Documentation reading

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Procore

Job description

Join a respected General Contractor in Dallas, TX as an Assistant Project Manager. This Houston-based commercial construction firm has delivered high-quality work for over 20 years across office, retail, industrial, hospitality, healthcare, and community sectors. Since expanding into the DFW market in the 2010s, they’ve built a reputation for delivering on-time, high-quality projects. Recognized as a Top 200 ENR General Contractor, the firm offers a strong foundation for growth and professional development in a dynamic team environment.

What you'll be doing:

Assist with developing and managing project plans and schedules, monitoring progress, and adjusting as needed

Assist with creating and overseeing project budgets, controlling costs, and managing financial risks

Work with the Project Manager to act as the primary client contact and lead project teams to ensure clear communication

Enforce quality standards, manage risks, and monitor safety practices and compliance

Maintain project records and manage procurement and supply chains

What we're looking for:

2-4 years minimum as an Assistant Project Manager with a commercial general contractor, ideally having stayed with one company

Experience on projects with commercial project values between $5M-$30M+

Strong computer skills, proficient with software like Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Procore

Clear understanding of documentation processes between owners, architects, and contractors

Ability to read and understand construction documents, including project plans, specifications, and shop drawings

More reasons to apply:

Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance packages

401(k) plan with company matching

Professional development opportunities and career advancement based on performance