Assistant Project Manager K - 12 Schools

Consertus-US; Washington; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Consertus is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of K-12 school construction and renovation projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will help coordinate schedules, budgets, contract documentation, and stakeholder communication under the guidance of the Project Manager.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable communicating with district staff and designers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or related field.
• Familiarity with public bidding, prevailing wage, and school construction requirements is a plus.
• PMP or CAPM certification, or progress toward certification, is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in overseeing scope, schedule, and budget for K-12 projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cash flow projections.
• Assist with contract administration, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and districts to track design questions.
• Monitor field activity against the project plan and prepare status updates.

Skills

Strong communication

Excellent organization

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

About Us:

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,200 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs. Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology. At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built. Discover how Consertus is driving transformative change for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve at www.consertus.com

About this Role:

Consertus is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support delivery of K-12 school construction and renovation projects, from pre-construction through closeout. This role helps coordinate schedules, budgets, contract documentation, and stakeholder communication for assigned projects, working closely with the Project Manager, on-site Construction Manager, architects, engineers, and district facilities staff. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable communicating with district stakeholders while supporting projects on track. This position reports to the Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Project Manager in overseeing scope, schedule, and budget for assigned K-12 projects, from pre-construction through closeout
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and cash flow projections, helping track updates as the project progresses
• Support contract administration, including logging and tracking submittals, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications
• Help coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants to track design questions and follow up on outstanding items
• Assist the on-site Construction Manager and Project Manager in monitoring field activity against the overall project plan
• Prepare draft status updates and meeting materials for district stakeholders, facilities staff, and the Project Manager
• Support procurement and bidding activities, including scope documentation, bid tabulation, and contractor qualification tracking
• Help monitor compliance with public bidding requirements, prevailing wage, and district procurement policies
• Assist in coordinating project phasing and sequencing around the school calendar to help minimize disruption to students and staff
• Support project-level risk tracking and help document mitigation actions
• Assist with project closeout tasks, including punch list tracking, collection of as-builts and warranties, and final documentation
• Help prepare project status reports and presentation materials for internal and district review

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field (preferred); relevant experience considered in lieu of degree
• 1-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or a related field; K-12 or public education project exposure a plus
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, and cost/budget tracking, or strong aptitude to learn
• Familiarity with public bidding, prevailing wage, and school construction requirements a plus
• Proficiency with, or willingness to learn, project management and scheduling software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across owners, designers, and contractors
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills, with close attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, or eagerness to develop this skill
• PMP or CAPM certification, or progress toward certification, a plus but not required

Salary Range:

$80,000.00 - $110,000.00

Additional Requirements / Skills / Working Hours / Compensation Range:

• Ability to attend occasional evening meetings with district staff or stakeholders as needed
• Willingness to travel between school sites/project sites on a regular basis (may require overnight stays depending on the location). Travel Cost and milage reimbursement apply.
• Valid driver's license required

What's In It For You:

• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
• 401(k) with day-one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development, plus mentorship and hands-on training from experienced Project Managers

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Consertus drives positive outcomes for capital programs around the world through transformative advisory and delivery solutions and digital innovations. By leveraging leading- edge technology and embracing a collaborative, client-first spirit, Consertus works smarter to deliver results that offer higher performance, more longevity, and greater value for clients. Consertus is made up of 800+ full-time employees located across the United States, Puerto Rico, United Kingdom, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, UAE, and India. An international client base, in sectors such as transportation, manufacturing, utilities, government, and healthcare, partners with Consertus for tailored solutions that help them achieve their goals.