Assistant Project Manager - Higher Education

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior project managers in the day-to-day coordination of construction projects on behalf of the owner.
• Track and process RFIs, submittals, and change orders—ensuring timely responses and accurate documentation.
• Attend project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Monitor project schedules and budgets, flagging variances to senior team members.
• Coordinate with contractors, architects, and consultants to resolve day-to-day issues.
• Assist with regulatory submittals and track approval status related to state higher education construction requirements, campus master plans, and institutional standards.
• Prepare status reports, progress photos, and other project documentation.
• Support punch list coordination, closeout documentation, and warranty tracking.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in construction project management, field engineering, or project coordination.
• Basic understanding of construction contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Proficiency with project management software (Procore, e-Builder, or similar) and MS Office/Bluebeam.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as assignments require.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on higher education facilities, including laboratories, libraries, student centers, and residential halls.
• Exposure to owner's representative or program management work (vs. GC-side only).
• Familiarity with state higher education construction requirements, campus master plans, and institutional standards.
• Working toward CCM, PMP, or LEED AP certification.

What You'll Gain

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