Assistant Project Manager — Development & CEQA

EPD Solutions, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

EPD Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Development and Construction Department in Irvine, CA. The role emphasizes learning, reliability, and professional communication to manage complex projects and CEQA tasks.

The ideal candidate will review documentation, develop schedules, coordinate with clients, and mentor junior staff while upholding company values and ensuring timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience and a bachelor's in a related field preferred; or a combination of equivalent education and work experience required.
• Experience in reading technical reports, construction and design drawings, and municipal codes required
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively
• Proven interpersonal skills with emphasis on communication and emotional intelligence
• Passion for learning all aspects of development and construction including CEQA and technical studies
• Intermediate Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Experience with development related software (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, and/or Bluebeam) required

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in all phases and aspects of assigned projects
• Thoroughly review project documentation and reporting to be familiar with all requirements
• Develop and maintain project schedules and identify and communicate project risks
• Understand and communicate the CEQA process and incorporate CEQA tasks into project schedules
• Facilitate client facing meetings and identify actions required as needed
• Demonstrates an understanding of technical studies, jurisdictional requirements and comments, conditions of approval, and mitigation measures
• Prioritize project deliverables across multiple projects and deadlines
• Develop and own jurisdictional relationships to support project success
• Mentors and delegates tasks to junior associates including coordinators and senior coordinators
• Coordinate project task completion with key team members and maintain communications with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with tracking and coordinating contracts including the subconsultant bid process and anticipates change orders
• Uphold EPD core values in everyday interactions with internal and external partners

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Interpersonal skills

Learning mindset

Word & PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

EPD Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Development and Construction Department in Irvine, CA. The role emphasizes learning, reliability, and professional communication to manage complex projects and CEQA tasks.

The ideal candidate will review documentation, develop schedules, coordinate with clients, and mentor junior staff while upholding company values and ensuring timely project delivery.