Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC's client in the Dallas–Fort Worth area is seeking an Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer to support projects from award through closeout. You will learn all aspects of project management by working with experienced PMs, visiting sites, and coordinating with clients and subcontractors.

This role emphasizes soft skills, work ethic and a strong desire to learn, with a clear path to grow into a Project Manager while maintaining a hands-on, field-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Construction experience, internship experience, or a recent degree in Construction Management or related field is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial painting projects from award through closeout.
• Work alongside experienced PMs and learn all aspects of project management.
• Visit active jobsites and communicate with clients, GCs, and project partners.
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, documentation, and change orders.
• Help coordinate field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and project partners.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Gain experience with estimating and BuzzBid software.
• Take on increasing responsibility as you develop within the company.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to quality standards.

Job description

Job Posting – Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer

Position: Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer

Industry: Commercial Painting

Location: Carrollton, TX | DFW Metroplex

Employment Type: Full-Time

Travel: Local project and client visits required | 50%+ field time | No overnight travel

About the Opportunity

We’re partnering with a growing commercial painting contractor in the DFW area that is looking to add an Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer to its team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is driven, personable, and eager to grow within the commercial construction industry. The company is looking for someone who can learn alongside an experienced team, take on increasing responsibility, and develop into a Project Manager over time.

The right person doesn’t need to know everything on day one. Soft skills, work ethic, communication, and the desire to learn are extremely important.

What You’ll Do

• Support commercial painting projects from award through closeout
• Work alongside experienced PMs and learn all aspects of project management
• Visit active jobsites and communicate with clients, GCs, and project partners
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, documentation, and change orders
• Help coordinate field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and project partners
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Gain experience with estimating and BuzzBid software
• Take on increasing responsibility as you develop within the company
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and to the company’s quality standards

What We’re Looking For

• Construction experience, internship experience, or a recent degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is a plus
• Commercial painting experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and comfortable interacting with clients and project teams
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Someone who wants to build a long-term career in commercial construction
• Driven, personable, and willing to take ownership

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a growing commercial painting contractor
• Learn directly from experienced Project Managers
• Clear opportunity to grow into a Project Manager role
• Local work with no overnight travel
• Team-oriented company that values people, growth, and strong relationships

If you’re early in your construction career and looking for an opportunity where you can learn, grow, and build a long-term career, this could be a great fit.