Assistant Project Manager: Commercial Construction Growth

Ascend Talent Solutions

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

Life insurance

FSA

Gym reimbursement

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Ascend Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced Construction Assistant Project Manager for a premier general contracting firm. You will help manage small-to-medium projects under a Project Manager, coordinating with Superintendents, architects, brokers, and subcontractors to deliver safe, efficient renovations for hospitality, office, life sciences and healthcare sectors.

Responsibilities include supporting budgets, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation, while mentoring

Qualifications

3–5 years of construction experience, with 2 years as a Project Engineer or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of construction principles, techniques, and procedures including project estimating and scheduling.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, On Screen Take-Off (OST), Microsoft Project, Procore, BlueBeam, and PlanGrid.
Strong communication and presentation skills for client meetings.
Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to read architectural/engineering plans and specifications.
Mentor colleagues and participate in annual staff reviews.

Responsibilities

Schedule and attend job walks.
Identify subs, prepare bidder RFPs, and qualify bids.
Prepare subcontractor agreements and keep insurance certificates current.
Assist with the permit process and city inspections.
Prepare meeting minutes and weekly status reports.
Identify, track, and assist with preparing project potential change orders (PCOs).
Assist Project Managers with updating project budgets and forecasts.
Track, review, and maintain RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and samples.
Code all documents for jobsite filing.
Complete project closeout documentation and assist in punch list tracking and review.
Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent with the daily management of a variety of construction projects.