Assistant Project Manager for Ground-Up Construction

Uprite Construction; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Uprite Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support ground-up commercial and industrial projects across Southern California. You will coordinate project documentation, scheduling, procurement, subcontracts, and communications from preconstruction to closeout.

The ideal candidate brings 2–5 years with a general contractor, experience with industrial facilities, tilt-up preferred, and strong skills in drawings, specs, and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years with a general contractor in a role such as Assistant Project Manager or Project Engineer.
• Experience supporting ground up commercial construction projects.
• Industrial construction experience including warehouse, manufacturing, distribution or similar facilities preferred.
• Tilt up construction experience highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specs, contracts and project documentation.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, change orders and project correspondence.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Office, and construction management software.
• Excellent organization, communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day management of commercial and industrial projects.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, procurement, and subcontractor coordination.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and project documentation.
• Coordinate material procurement and track long lead items to support project schedules.
• Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and monthly reporting.
• Review construction drawings and specifications for completeness and accuracy.
• Participate in owner, architect, subcontractor, and internal project meetings.
• Support project buyout and subcontract administration.
• Coordinate with Superintendents to resolve field issues and maintain schedules.
• Maintain accurate project files and documentation using construction management software.
• Assist with project closeout including punch lists, warranties, and turnover documentation.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams.

Skills

Construction mgmt

Procore

Bluebeam

Scheduling

Communication

Organization

Field coordination

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Office

Construction software

Job description

Uprite Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support ground-up commercial and industrial projects across Southern California. You will coordinate project documentation, scheduling, procurement, subcontracts, and communications from preconstruction to closeout.

The ideal candidate brings 2–5 years with a general contractor, experience with industrial facilities, tilt-up preferred, and strong skills in drawings, specs, and vendor coordination.