Growth-Focused Assistant PM | Construction Leadership

XL Construction; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus program

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Vehicle reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Meaningful high-impact projects

Job summary

XL Construction Corp. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support planning and execution of complex construction projects. You will work with the Project Manager and Superintendent on documentation, procurement, budgeting, scheduling, and quality control.

Ideal candidates have a background in construction with 3–5 years of experience, strong organizational skills, and a drive for learning. This role emphasizes client relationships, team leadership, and adherence to safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of construction experience, preferably as a Senior Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager.
• Experience on healthcare, education, life sciences, civic, or commercial office projects.
• Experience managing or assisting with small projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, Primavera P6, Timberline, Vista.
• Solid understanding of MEP trades, scheduling, permit processes.
• OSHA 10 Certification.
• Ability to build trust across project stakeholders and internal teams.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts, assess risk, and communicate exposure to the project team.
• Lead the bid process with detailed instructions to bidders and risk mitigation.
• Support subcontractor buyout and selection, including subcontract execution and issue resolution.
• Assemble and manage the project control estimate.
• Manage all aspects of construction management, including preconstruction, scheduling, procurement, submittals, RFIs, change orders, budgeting, forecasting, billing, and closeout.
• Ensure permits, inspections, and tests are identified and scheduled.
• Own the project procurement plan and procurement log, mitigating risks.
• Foster relationships with clients and design teams through OAC meetings and site walks.
• Maintain document control accuracy and timeliness.
• Leverage VDC, Lean practices, SPW, XL Shop, and other tools to drive team effectiveness.
• Train and mentor Project Engineers, Project Administrators, and Project Accountants.
• Promote XLI's core values, safety culture, and operational excellence.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Trust building

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Primavera P6

Timberline

Vista

Job description

XL Construction Corp. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support planning and execution of complex construction projects. You will work with the Project Manager and Superintendent on documentation, procurement, budgeting, scheduling, and quality control.

Ideal candidates have a background in construction with 3–5 years of experience, strong organizational skills, and a drive for learning. This role emphasizes client relationships, team leadership, and adherence to safety and