Assistant Project Manager - Tenant Improvement

Clune Construction Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premiums for dependents

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401k with company match

Learning & Development

Fitness program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Clune Construction is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Houston to support the Project Management team from budgeting through closeout. You’ll assist in budgeting, bidding, cost control and client relations while coordinating with subs, superintendents and project managers to maintain the project schedule.

The role emphasizes ownership of RFIs, submittals and project documentation, with site visits to monitor progress and ensure safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in CM, Arch or Eng or equivalent industry experience.
• 2-5 years of experience managing commercial interior, healthcare and/or mission-critical projects.
• Background in construction trades and technical knowledge of construction methods a plus.
• Completion of basic budget training.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in budgeting, bidding and cost control processes.
• Coordinate with project team, client relations and closeout activities.
• Manage RFI and submittal processes.
• Monitor project costs and maintain project documentation.
• Support site visits and progress tracking.

Skills

Critical thinker

Problem solver

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering

Job description

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee‑owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics.

Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact!

The Assistant Project Manager works with the Project Management team on the planning, coordination, and completion of construction projects. The core job duties include assisting in many phases of construction from budgeting, bidding, cost control, client relations, through closeout.

Essential Functions

• Role model professionally for Interns, Project Engineers, Senior Project Engineers, and new APMs.
• Ownership of the RFI process.
• Ownership of the submittal process.
• Active participation in the creation of accurate and timely budgets and bids.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of project cost controls.
• Ownership of project documentation.
• Actively participate in project meetings and take the lead and document OAC meetings.
• Heavy coordination with superintendent and project manager, including frequent site visits to monitor onsite progress.
• Distribute drawings, sketches, shop drawings, submittals, schedules and punchlists to subcontractor and site superintendent in a timely fashion to maintain the project schedule.
• Ownership of the closeout package process.
• Become proficient in, and utilize, Clune established systems and technology to work efficiently and to the highest standards.
• Be an ambassador for Clune’s safety culture and OSHA standards to enforce a safe work environment and attend safety meetings.

What We Offer

At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in‑class benefits packages, including:

• 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education
• Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance

Core Values and Behaviors

Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind.

Job Requirements

• Critical thinker, problem solver and can make independent decisions.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills that will be utilized to hold discussions with various members of Clune, trade partners, designers and clients.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
• Understanding of team roles and responsibilities, internally and externally.
• Growing understanding of trade delineation.
• Understanding of how to read drawings and specs.
• Understanding of how to read construction schedules and how they are built.
• Ability to work and thrive in team environments.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering or equivalent industry experience required.
• 2-5 years of experience managing commercial interior, healthcare and/or mission‑critical projects.
• Background in construction trades and technical knowledge of construction methods a plus.
• Completion of basic budget training.
• Strong computer skills needed.

All candidates must provide a resume.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.