Assistant Project Manager

CBRE; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonuses

Job summary

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to drive the delivery of network infrastructure and cabling projects onsite. You will work with the site team and PM to plan, monitor, and optimize schedules, costs, quality, and safety while ensuring customer satisfaction.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 1–3+ years in construction management or data centers, and a proven track record delivering mission‑critical programs on time and within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 1–3+ years in construction management, data centers, or cabling.
• Track record delivering mission‑critical programs on time and within budget.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with project management tools is a plus.
• Contract negotiation and administration experience is a plus.
• Experience building and leading teams; mentoring direct reports.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills; strong client engagement.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred; BICSI RCDD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project scheduling and budgeting to meet targets for cost, time, quality, and safety.
• Consult with clients, deliver presentations, and propose new services or enhancements.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions with designers, consultants, clients, and subcontractors.
• Obtain permits/licenses and oversee on‑site activities and team supervision.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners across design, construction, and facilities.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project financial plans and DL project playbook.
• Oversee invoicing, cost tracking, and procurement in alignment with budget.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Contract negotiation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

About The Role

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will be a member of our operations team and will help drive the delivery of all the various network infrastructure and cabling projects within a particular site. This position will require the individual to have development, management, customer engagement, operational and overall leadership skills.

Key responsibilities will include establishing the program schedule and ensuring the established targets are met regarding schedule, cost, functionality, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

The role will also include consulting with clients, delivering presentations, resolving project issues, recommendations for new services or enhancements, estimating, proposal writing, project costs management, directing operations on labor requirements, directing/assisting purchasing with bill of materials.

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting in the entire successful execution of a project. Their primary responsibilities are to plan, direct, coordinate, and budget activities concerned with the construction of their project. The Assistant Project Manager shall also participate and at times lead the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, estimating, scheduling, and implementation.

What You’ll Do

• The Assistant Project Manager is accountable for effective project management and delivery of their projects. The APM will work with the extended site team and the PM to develop the program schedule and establish key milestones for delivery of the program, ensuring all financial targets and schedule targets are met in alignment to the customers’ goals. The APM will assist the PM to identify and acquire all resources required for revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• During the pre‑construction phase, continuously evaluate the materials and products being proposed for constructability and feasibility. Oversee and at times prepare the cost estimate at multiple stages. Initiate and coordinate the design efforts and the value of engineering processes.
• Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
• Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites.
• Facilitate travel for technicians traveling to the project site.
• Coordinates with the superintendent.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with codes and other regulations.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients representing the owner.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with designers, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
• Direct and supervise team members in the office and on‑site.
• Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction means and methods.
• Solicit, negotiate, select, contract, and oversee material suppliers, subcontractors who complete specific pieces of the project.
• Requisition of supplies and materials to complete construction projects.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress, and cost tracking reports.
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Take action to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and designers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
• Evaluate construction means and methods to determine cost‑effectiveness of plans.
• Manage, cost/budget, and communicate the contract changes process.
• Developing and maintaining the project schedule
• Develop and maintain the project financial plan
• Prepare, maintain, and complete all aspects of the DL Way (project management playbook).
• Completes all weekly and monthly reporting and projections.
• Train and develop project team
• Invoicing client
• Equipment and material purchasing
• The Assistant Project Manager helps to review job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodic financial reporting to the customer and management.
• The APM will additionally manage all associated aspects, directed by the PM of the program including the Safety & Environment program, the quality assurance program, and material logistics.
• The Assistant Project Manager will manage all human resource issues (and expedite as needed) per Company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and partner effectively with internal and external design, construction, network, and facility partners.
• Proactively communicate program status and risks to all stakeholders
• Prepare and take corrective action to address concerns and challenges.
• The Assistant Project Manager acts as the Company liaison to the client for the program maintaining a high level of client satisfaction, ensuring a collaborative environment across all parties.
• The Assistant Project Manager is expected to be on the jobsite and be present for active on‑site project management responsibilities.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management, or similar experience.
• 1-3 + years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment.
• Track record of delivering mission critical programs on time, within budget, and to applicable build, quality, and safety standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Contract negotiation and administration experience is a plus.
• Experience building and leading teams.
• Experience in assessing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports and vendor teams.
• Organizational, time management and coordination skills across multiple disciplines preferred.
• Client Engagement experience in similar programs is preferred.
• Understanding program management fundamentals such as earned value management, SPI, CPI, and other project tracking metrics.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred
• BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications certifications preferred

Relocation assistance and sign‑on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum rate for the Assistant Project Manager position is $110,000/yr and the maximum rate for the Assistant Project Manager position is $120,000/yr. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long‑standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.