Assistant Project Manager | Commercial Construction | Houston
Location: South Houston, TX Area (Hybrid role)
About the Role
We are partnered with a well-established industrial general contractor in the Houston market looking to add an Assistant Project Manager to its growing team. This is an opportunity to join a highly respected, employee-focused builder with an exceptional retention record, a strong project pipeline, and direct exposure to senior leadership. This role offers hands-on involvement across every stage of the project lifecycle and a clear route into project management.
About the Company
Our client is a specialist industrial general contractor delivering ground-up projects across the Greater Houston area. Their portfolio includes distribution centers, warehouse developments, manufacturing facilities, and tilt-wall construction projects ranging from approximately 50,000 to 500,000 square feet. With a lean, collaborative structure and a highly engaged leadership team, employees gain responsibility quickly and have the opportunity to make a visible impact on every project.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with both the Project Manager and Superintendent to support the delivery of complex industrial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
- Manage project documentation including submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, procurement logs, and closeout packages
- Coordinate communication between field and office teams
- Support project schedules, look-ahead planning, and milestone tracking
- Assist with budgeting, change orders, vendor invoices, and cost tracking
- Coordinate subcontractors across civil, structural, MEP, and specialty trades
- Track quality control items, punch lists, and project compliance documentation
- Support procurement and material delivery schedules
- Prepare reports and project updates for clients, architects, and engineers
Requirements
- 1-4 years of construction experience as an APM, Project Engineer, or similar role
- Commercial or industrial construction experience required
- Ground-up construction experience preferred
- Tilt-wall experience is a plus but not essential
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Excellent communication skills and confidence interacting with clients and subcontractors
- Self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to grow into a Project Manager position
Benefits
- Clear progression into a Project Manager role
- Direct mentorship from senior leadership
- Broad project exposure in a lean, high-performing environment
- Strong company culture and exceptional employee retention
- Growing project pipeline with immediate impact opportunities
- Competitive salary package with benefits
Pay
$90,000 - $110,000 Base Salary