Assistant Project Manager - Construction

MOORING Disaster Restoration + Commercial Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

MOORING Disaster Restoration + Commercial Construction is looking for an experienced Assistant Project Manager in Austin, TX, to lead large-scale commercial construction projects. This role involves mentoring project teams, overseeing operations, and ensuring that all projects are executed with excellence and integrity.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related fields and relevant experience in commercial construction. The position offers opportunities for advancement, health insurance, and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial construction projects and oversee operations.
• Lead material procurement and vendor coordination.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, and field modifications.
• Conduct jobsite safety walks and participate in meetings.
• Coordinate project closeout and manage punch lists.

Skills

Commercial construction coordination

Document control

Project engineering

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

We’re seeking an experienced and highly motivated Assistant Project Manager – Construction to help lead large‑scale commercial construction projects, oversee project teams, and drive operational excellence. If you’re a proven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, brings clarity to complexity, and consistently delivers results—this is the opportunity to elevate your career.

Company Overview

Mooring is a third‑generation, family‑owned Disaster Restoration and Commercial Construction company serving major industries across the continental United States. With a reputation built on urgency, integrity, and precision, we ensure every project is executed with excellence and attention to detail—no matter the scale or location.

Location

Based out of our Austin, TX office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with high‑visibility commercial construction and reconstruction projects, mentor project teams, and oversee operations across all phases—from initial planning through final execution.
• Lead the material procurement process end‑to‑end, including vendor coordination, quantity verification, and on‑time delivery to jobsite.
• Manage submittal log and document control, ensuring all submittals, RFIs, ASIs, and field modifications are electronically filed and distributed to affected parties.
• Compose and issue RFIs to the design team, verify accuracy and conciseness, and track responses through to resolution.
• Conduct jobsite safety walks, take milestone photos, assist superintendents with layout and dimensional verifications, and participate in schedule and subcontractor meetings.
• Coordinate project closeout including punch list management, attic stock delivery, owner training documentation, and archive of project files.
• Review subcontractor billings and change requests with the project management team; verify validity of requests against contract documents.
• Maintain and distribute OAC, staff, and preconstruction meeting minutes; manage action items and follow up on outstanding items.
• Read and understand contract and specification requirements including RFI procedures, substitution procedures, submittal package requirements, and pre‑construction meeting obligations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or related technical field; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Qualifications – Preferred

• Prior experience in commercial construction coordination, document control, or project engineering.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.