Dynamic Assistant Project Manager — Construction

Balfour Beatty US; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty US is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our Los Angeles area office. You will assist the Project Manager in handling administrative and technical requirements for construction projects, including contract administration, submittals, procurement, and financials.

The role emphasizes meeting customer needs, schedule management, and safe, quality project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in construction, supervisory experience, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and 5+ years construction office/field experience in a Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager role.
• At least 1 year of direct supervisory experience.
• Experience with project management software (Constructware, P6, Timberline, etc.).
• Experience with cost projection, financial analysis, budget reviews, labor reports.
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar construction applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in managing administrative and technical requirements for construction projects.
• Impact contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, and project financials.
• Set-up and updates, and maintain schedule to ensure quality, profitability, safety, and timeliness.
• Support customer needs and expectations across assigned projects.
• Foster effective communication and coordination with stakeholders.
• Support leadership development and positive team culture.

Skills

Financial analysis

Scheduling

Project administration

Leadership

Cost reporting

Procurement coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Constructware

Primavera P6

Timberline

JD Edwards

Job description

Balfour Beatty US is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our Los Angeles area office. You will assist the Project Manager in handling administrative and technical requirements for construction projects, including contract administration, submittals, procurement, and financials.

The role emphasizes meeting customer needs, schedule management, and safe, quality project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in construction, supervisory experience, and proficiency