Assistant Project Manager, Water/Wastewater – Growth Path

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, &

Stock options

401(k) with match

Weekly paychecks

Paid time off

HSA contributions

Life insurance & disability

Employee discounts

Job summary

Garney is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Water/Wastewater in McKinney, TX. This role supports planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects, working with Project Managers, superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to deliver safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field and has 1–3 years of project coordination or field experience, with strong organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years of project coordination, construction, or field experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software.
• Working knowledge of construction documents, project processes, and industry best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• Desire to grow into a leadership role within project management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and procurement activities.
• Support jobsite operations and assist in managing subcontractor performance and compliance.
• Attend project meetings and document action items, key decisions, and next steps.
• Assist in the preparation and review of project reports, forecasts, and billing documentation.
• Communicate with internal teams, clients, vendors, and project partners to ensure project alignment.
• Conduct site visits to support field teams, verify progress, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain organized project records and assist with contract compliance requirements.
• Monitor project risks and support safety and environmental compliance initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication skills

Scheduling software

Construction documents

Team collaboration

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Garney is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Water/Wastewater in McKinney, TX. This role supports planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects, working with Project Managers, superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to deliver safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field and has 1–3 years of project coordination or field experience, with strong organizational