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Construction Assistant Project Manager – Santa Clara, CA
A well-established commercial general contractor is offering an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented Construction Assistant Project Manager. Work alongside industry professionals supporting innovative projects in cleanrooms, advanced manufacturing, and tenant improvements. This position is ideal for early-career construction professionals eager to gain broad project management experience and a clear path to career advancement.
Construction Assistant Project Manager Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary ($80,000–$105,000), based on experience
- Fully employer-funded family PPO medical plan with low deductibles
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Two weeks of paid time off, plus paid holidays
- Paid safety and skills training
- Employee tickets to local professional sporting events
- Collaborative, hands-on team environment
- Clear path to a Project Manager role
Construction Assistant Project Manager Requirements & Qualifications
- 1–3 years of commercial construction experience
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
- Experience with RFIs, submittals, takeoffs, project documentation, or subcontractor coordination
- Familiarity with commercial construction drawings and specifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through
- Proactive, dependable, and eager to learn
- Strong written, verbal, and professional communication skills
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a background check
- Must meet client and project-site eligibility requirements (including U.S. citizenship where required)
Construction Assistant Project Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Support Project Managers with coordination and documentation for multiple projects
- Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and material samples
- Create and update project files, logs, schedules, and cost tracking reports
- Assist with bidding, takeoffs, and review of drawings and scopes
- Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and field teams
- Manage material and equipment procurement, tracking, and delivery to site
- Attend project meetings, site walks, and inspections as needed
- Prepare closeout documentation, O&M manuals, and turnover packages
- Provide general administrative and operational support to the office team
- If you’re motivated to learn, organized, and ready to accelerate your career in commercial construction, this is your opportunity to join a respected team making a tangible impact.
JOB ID: 180357
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Kalyn Schreckhise