Assistant Project Manager

JRM Construction Management, LLC

$75K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in construction project management or similar role.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction drawings and project logistics.
  • Understanding of subcontract scopes and their impact on budgets.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, and MS Project; familiarity with Timberline is a plus.
  • Ability to effectively manage priorities and lead under pressure.
  • Strong communication skills, adaptable to various audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Change Order preparation and negotiations from start to finish.
  • Ensure subcontractor proposals and scopes of work are precise and flagged for risks.
  • Manage procurement timelines for long-lead project items.
  • Maintain and update the project submittal log, escalating critical items as needed.
  • Track and update the Schedule of Events and project milestones.
  • Collaborate with the Superintendent on the Subcontractor Build Schedule.
  • Oversee financial project close-out processes, reconciling POs and billing.
  • Facilitate communication with stakeholders, including leading subcontractor meetings.
  • Identify financial risks and propose strategies for resolution.
  • Mentor Project Engineers and Coordinators on project management best practices.

Benefits

  • Supportive professional development and mentorship opportunities.
  • Access to advanced project management tools and software.
  • Collaborative team environment with cross-functional interactions.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is a core team member responsible for managing project change orders, subcontractor coordination, and project documentation with a high level of independence and accountability. The APM understands the financial, administrative, and logistical elements of construction and supports both internal teams and client-facing communications.

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Lead the preparation of Change Orders from inception to PO issuance, including detailed pricing review and subcontractor negotiation.
  • Fully level subcontractor proposals and scopes of work, flagging any discrepancies or risks.
  • Manage procurement timelines and coordination of long-lead items.
  • Maintain ownership of the project submittal log and escalation of critical items.
  • Understand, update, and track Schedule of Events (SOE) and project milestones.
  • Work directly with the Superintendent to establish the Subcontractor Build Schedule.
  • Take lead on the project financial close-out process, including reconciliation of POs, billing, and retention.
  • Proactively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including leading subcontractor meetings when needed.
  • Identify and escalate potential scope or financial risks; contribute to resolution strategies.
  • Mentor and support Project Engineers and Project Coordinators.


Qualifications and Skills
  • Proficient to advanced knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and project logistics.
  • Solid understanding of subcontract scopes, sequencing, and project budget impacts.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, MS Project; working knowledge of Timberline.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and lead through challenges.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and detail level to audience.
  • Adheres to and exemplifies JRM's Core Values.


Computer Systems
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Timberline (preferred but not required), On-Screen Takeoff (preferred but not required)


Salary Information
  • To the extent this position is performed in California, the annual salary range for this role is $75,000 - $110,000.

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