Associate Construction Project Manager

Lake Washington Partners; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 80,170 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short/long-term disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A real estate investment firm in Bellevue, WA is hiring an Associate Project Manager to support construction projects. The role involves project documentation, assisting in defining scope and budget, managing bids, and ensuring financial administration and compliance. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field, 2-3 years of experience, and strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience supporting construction projects.
• Knowledge of construction details, drawings, and systems.
• Proficient in typing and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project documentation for construction management.
• Assist in defining project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Prepare bid comparisons and track project components.
• Process invoices and monitor compliance with contracts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service orientation

Strong communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Project

Yardi Construction Module

Yardi PayScan

Job description

Lake Washington Partners is driven by a mission to build one of the US’s great real estate portfolios. Co-founded by brothers Jordan and Jeremy Lott in 2006, our portfolio spans 11.6M square feet and 49 buildings across 10 states including urban and suburban office buildings, diverse industrial properties, and multi-family apartments under our Refound Residential brand. Each of our properties is a testament to our commitment to quality, efficiency, and long-term success.

We are a private, family-owned company guided by respect, honesty, integrity, collaboration, and longevity. These core values guide every decision we make and relationship we build. We believe greatness comes from the right blend of financial success, operational excellence, and social responsibility because our actions impact not just our investors and employees, but the broader community around us. That’s why we drive to be not only good at what we do, but good for those we serve.

Position Summary

The Associate Project Manager is responsible for supporting and advancing construction projects throughout all phases of planning, design, bidding, construction and closeout. This position exercises independent judgment, analytical thinking and proactive problem solving to ensure projects remain aligned with scope, schedule and budget objectives.

The Associate Project Manager partners closely with Project Managers and Project Administrator while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities, demonstrating initiative, strong organizational capacity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Project Planning & Design Support

• Coordinate preparation of internal project documentation in support of Construction Management and Project Management teams.
• Assist in defining scope, budget, and schedule for assigned projects.
• Support the design and permitting process, including drawing review, permit application preparation, and value engineering.
• Apply construction divisions and category codes to budgets and bid packages as applicable.

Bidding, Documentation & Project Controls

• Prepare bid comparisons, accurately summarizing project scope and comparative costs to past projects.
• Oversee organization and tracking of project components, including submittals, RFIs, bid packages, project schedules, and change orders.
• Partner with the Project Administrator to review and process required paperwork and documentation from contractors, subcontractors, and vendors, including contracts, certificates of insurance, proposals, and lien releases.

Financial Administration, Closeout & Compliance

• Partner with the Project Administrator to process invoices and payment applications for review and approval.
• Monitor billing accuracy, contract reconciliation, and compliance with lien waiver requirements.
• Support and help facilitate the project closeout process, ensuring projects are closed out in a timely and comprehensive manner.
• Support the needs and requirements of the Company and adhere to established project management methods, procedures, and quality objectives.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make informed recommendations.
• Computer knowledge and proficiency, including MS Office.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project preferred.
• Knowledge of Yardi Construction Module and Yardi PayScan preferred.
• Demonstrate the flexibility to handle frequent schedule, priority & or process changes.
• Offers exceptional customer service to internal and external customers and vendors.
• Ability to exemplify company values in all aspects of job performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate questions and requirements clearly; directing the project remotely as needed.
• Detail oriented; demonstrating the ability to multi-task and appropriately manage time and workload.
• Asks pertinent questions, solves problems and is able to find the best solution.
• Must maintain an excellent attendance and punctuality record. Must be available to back up team members and work a flexible schedule as needed.
• Ability to keep a positive, supportive attitude towards the Company, job, customers, and co-workers.
• Demonstrates the ability to take initiative and work both independently as well as with a team.
• Ability to travel to LKWP properties and job sites locally and/or domestically on occasion.

Education &/or Experience

• Associate’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or equivalent combination of education and construction industry experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience supporting construction projects in engineer or other support role.
• Knowledge of construction details and drawings as well as building operations and systems.
• Proficient computer software skills, including typing and data entry skills.

Position: Associate Project Manager

Reports to: PMO Manager

Department: Construction Project Management

Position Location: Bellevue, WA

Salary Range: $80,170 - $100,000, depending on experience.

Bonus: Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Financial protection through short/long-term disability, life, AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match of $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• A paid time off program and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Applicants must successfully pass a drug test and background check, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable state and local laws.