Assistant Project Manager

Role Description

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in the planning, coordination, and management of construction projects from startup through completion. This role assists in overseeing project documentation, cost control, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and communication with project stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The Assistant Project Manager works closely with field leadership and project staff and plays an important role in coordinating project activities while developing the skills necessary to advance into a Project Manager role.

Essential Functions

• Assist the Project Manager in managing overall project activities in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Support project cost management including tracking budgets, reviewing job cost reports, and assisting with forecasting
• Assist in maintaining project schedules and preparing lookahead schedules in coordination with field staff
• Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project correspondence
• Track subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and invoices
• Assist with coordination and management of subcontractors, suppliers, and equipment resources
• Review project drawings and specifications to support construction planning and field operations
• Work closely with superintendents and foremen to monitor jobsite progress and resolve project issues
• Assist in preparing and negotiating change orders and documenting changes in work scope
• Participate in communication with owners, engineers, inspectors, and other project stakeholders
• Prepare and submit pay applications
• Monitor weekly timecards and assist with job cost reporting
• Promote and enforce company safety policies and procedures
• Support project closeout including punch lists, as-built documentation, and final project deliverables
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Project Manager or President

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 4-year engineering or construction related degree or equivalent combination of technical training and/or experience preferred
• 3 to 7 years’ experience in construction required; Water/Wastewater preferred
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office suite (such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Advanced AutoCAD, P6 and Bluebeam preferred
• Must have excellent communication and analytical skills
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently
• Ability to assess and quickly solve problems

About Kingmen Construction, Inc.:

Kingmen Construction, Inc. is a general engineering and building contractor specializing in the construction and renovation of water/wastewater treatment plants, pumps stations, reservoirs, and solids handling facilities in both the public and private sector. Based in southern California, Kingmen Construction is more than just a low bid contractor and seeks opportunities where we can utilize our skillset in complex engineering and construction projects. As a value-added partner Kingmen Construction brings unmatched expertise to our Clients through our relentless pursuit to build projects of superior quality in a safer and more efficient manner than our competition.

Our focus on corporate culture and career development is as equal of a driving force behind the growth of the company. Whether in the field or in the office all employees are given opportunities to gain and perfect additional skillsets to better themselves and the company alike. By investing in our employees Kingmen Construction vision is to build a company whose faithful administering of our combined talents to benefit others on and off the jobsite can also be achieved.

With unmatched potential and unparalleled experience, Kingmen Construction attracts and develops top tier construction professionals in order to deliver superior results to our Clients and a rewarding career for our employees. Whether Client or employee, Kingmen Construction view both as a critical partner in pursuing our vision.

Salary and Company Benefits:

• Salary Range ($110,000 - $140,000)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(K) Plan with company match and profit sharing
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Working Conditions:

100% of the time is spent either in the office or on the project. Must be able to work flexible hours and locations throughout Southern California.

Kingmen Construction, Inc. is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

This job description is intended to list the primary or “essential functions” of the job. It is not intended to be all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by management.