Federal Construction Assistant Project Manager

OnSite Construction Group; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Training, certification reimbursement,

Job summary

Onsite Construction Group is seeking a Federal Assistant Project Manager – Construction in Oklahoma City to support the Project Manager through pre-construction to closeout on federal projects. The role focuses on coordinating schedules, budgets, documentation, and compliance under federal contracting standards.

This position offers growth into a leadership role for a motivated construction professional with federal experience and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in construction project coordination or management (federal project experience preferred).
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and other federal construction regulations.
• Proficiency in Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance, if required.
• Must pass a background check and 9 panel drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, and managing project execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field staff to ensure compliance with specifications and project timelines.
• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and meeting minutes.
• Support cost control, budgeting, and procurement processes.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and reporting per FAR/DFARS and client requirements.
• Participate in quality control, safety compliance, and site inspections.
• Communicate regularly with federal clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Assist with project closeout procedures, including punch lists, as-builts, and warranties.
• Some travel may be required

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to obtain security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Pursuing degree encouraged

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Federal Assistant Project Manager – Construction

Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Federal Project Manager / Director of Federal Programs
Salary Range: Competitive, based on experience
Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain federal security clearance (as required by project)

About the Company

Onsite Construction Group is a trusted federal and commercial construction contractor specializing in design-build and bid-build projects nationwide. Our mission is to deliver quality, safety, and innovation on every project we undertake—supporting critical federal infrastructure with integrity and precision.

Position Overview

The Federal Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the Project Manager in all phases of federal construction projects, from pre-construction to final closeout. The APM will help coordinate schedules, budgets, documentation, and compliance requirements under federal contracting standards.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional to gain experience in federal project delivery and grow into a leadership role.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, and managing project execution.
2. Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field staff to ensure compliance with specifications and project timelines.
3. Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and meeting minutes.
4. Support cost control, budgeting, and procurement processes.
5. Maintain detailed project documentation and reporting per FAR/DFARS and client requirements.
6. Participate in quality control, safety compliance, and site inspections.
7. Communicate regularly with federal clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
8. Assist with project closeout procedures, including punch lists, as-builts, and warranties.
9. Some travel may be required

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field or working towards degree are encouraged to apply.
2. Minimum 2–5 years of experience in construction project coordination or management (federal project experience preferred).
3. Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and other federal construction regulations.
4. Proficiency in project management tools such as Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam.
5. Excellent organizational and communication skills.
6. Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance, if required.
7. Must be able to pass a background check and 9 panel drug screen.

Preferred

1. Experience working with USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, or VA contracts.
2. OSHA 30-Hour certification.
3. Working knowledge of design-build and quality control processes.
4. Professional certifications such as EIT, PMP, QAQC and/or CCM are a plus.

Benefits

1. Competitive salary and annual performance incentives
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. 401(k) with company match
4. Paid holidays and PTO
5. Training, certification reimbursement, and professional development opportunities

ONSITE WILL NOT CONSIDER APPLICANTS FROM RECRUITERS

Onsite Construction Group is an equal opportunity Employer.