Assistant Project Manager: Construction & Permitting

EPD Solutions, Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid time off including holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Discretionary Bonus Package

Job summary

EPD Solutions, Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support development and construction projects. You will help manage planning, permitting, construction, and closeout activities, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with project documents and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of relevant construction or development experience, reading drawings, and proficiency with tools like Smartsheet, MS Project, and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in construction, development, project coordination, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, technical reports, project specifications, and municipal codes.
• Working knowledge of construction processes, sequencing, and field coordination.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements related to site safety.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound interpersonal skills and professional judgment when working with internal and external partners.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in learning all aspects of the development and construction process, including CEQA and technical studies.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with project or development-related software such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, and/or Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in the execution of assigned development and construction projects.
• Assist with project coordination across planning, permitting, construction, and closeout activities.
• Conduct field observations and job walks to verify work is progressing according to project documents and quality expectations.
• Track schedules, milestones, and project deliverables across multiple active projects.
• Identify project risks and communicate issues that may affect schedule, cost, quality, or scope.
• Help manage construction document submittals and support permit issuance processes.
• Coordinate around inspections and verify contractors are meeting inspection scheduling requirements.
• Review project specifications, plans, and requirements to identify inconsistencies or issues requiring follow-up.
• Support monthly payment application and draw review processes to help confirm billing accuracy.
• Assist with preliminary review of cost impacts, change orders, and schedule changes.
• Attend Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings and support follow-up as an owner's representative.
• Maintain weekly and monthly project reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Help track contracts, subconsultant coordination, and bid-related documentation.
• Perform quantity take-offs and help prepare Rough Order of Magnitude estimates.
• Build productive relationships with jurisdictional contacts, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Provide support and guidance to junior team members as needed.

Skills

Ownership

Proactive communication

Prioritize multiple priorities

Attention to detail

Professional representation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

EPD Solutions, Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support development and construction projects. You will help manage planning, permitting, construction, and closeout activities, coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with project documents and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of relevant construction or development experience, reading drawings, and proficiency with tools like Smartsheet, MS Project, and Bluebeam.