Assistant Project Manager

The Berg Group; Pflugerville, Houston, Odessa (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berg Group is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Odessa, TX. You will plan, direct, and coordinate drywall and steel stud framing activities, ensuring adherence to project plans and specifications.

Candidate must have a background in commercial construction project management, be detail-oriented, and have strong communication skills. Experience with BlueBeam and other estimating software is preferred.

This full-time role involves up to 50% travel for site visits and client meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Engineer or related role.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex construction documents.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and others.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and coordinate construction activities.
• Lead pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of scope.
• Manage change orders and communicate with the project team.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Technical software knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Technical degree and 3-5 years of related experience

Tools

BlueBeam

Adobe Acrobat

Plan Grid

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Location: Odessa, TX – 79761

Position Type: Full Time

Summary

The Assistant Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates the drywall and steel stud framing construction activities to ensure all materials, layout, and details are per the project plans and specifications. As an Assistant Project Manager, you should fully understand the project(s) you manage so that all designated goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame.

Essential Functions

Preconstruction/Estimating/Sales

• Maintain and build relationships in the designated market.
• Full review of the contract with the Senior Project Manager before submitting it to the Senior Leadership Team for sign‑off.
• Lead pre‑construction meetings to ensure everyone involved understands the complete scope while ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are met.
• Weekly job walks to monitor site activities.
• Maintain strong knowledge of the project(s).
• Build a collaborative and open relationship with the Senior Project Manager.

Production/Execution

• Have a full understanding of the scope to identify potential risks and scope gaps.
• Regularly manage resources that impact the financials of the project(s).
• Maintain and manage all change orders.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure all pertinent information is provided and understood; proactively communicate with field leaders on bid productions and other pre‑construction info and maintain consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review WIP and billing.
• Coordinate with the project team and client to obtain final payment and open change orders 30 days before job completion, and obtain final payment within 60 days of job completion.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Engineer or related role.
• Commercial construction project management background.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex construction documents (e.g., blueprints).
• Extensive knowledge of document editing software (e.g., BlueBeam, Adobe Acrobat, Plan Grid).
• Estimating experience utilizing OST/QuickBid to evaluate and price changes to contract documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients and customers.
• Basic presentation skills to represent information and updates in a group setting.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, and Mac iPad.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree and a minimum of 3–5 years of related experience in the construction field; or an equivalent mix of education and field experience.
• Team player mentality.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management.
• Detail‑oriented, deadline/goal‑driven.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Direct drywall/steel stud framing industry experience (estimating and project management).

Sedentary Work

Involves lifting no more than 10–15 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying. Although the job is primarily sedentary, walking and standing are occasionally required to carry out duties.

Travel

Up to 50% primarily in the designated market. Requires regular day travel for site visits and client meetings.

EEO Statement

The Berg Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.