Assistant Project Manager – K-12 Schools

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Assist the Project Manager in managing the scope, schedule, and budget for designated K-12 projects from pre-construction to project closeout.

• Create and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.

• Aid in contract administration by monitoring submittals, RFIs, change orders, and payment applications.

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants on design inquiries and unresolved issues.

• Support the on-site Construction Manager and Project Manager in supervising field activities.

• Prepare draft status updates and meeting materials for district stakeholders and facilities personnel.

• Assist in procurement and bidding processes, including scope documentation, bid tabulation, and contractor qualification tracking.

• Ensure compliance with public bidding regulations, prevailing wage standards, and district procurement policies.

• Organize project phasing and sequencing in accordance with the school calendar.

• Monitor project-level risks and document the actions taken for mitigation.

• Aid in project closeout tasks, including punch lists, as-builts, warranties, and final documentation.

• Generate project status reports and presentation materials for both internal and district evaluations.

• Report directly to the Project Manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is preferred; relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree.

• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or a comparable field.

• Exposure to K-12 or public education projects is an advantage.

• A working knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, and cost/budget tracking, or a strong willingness to learn.

• Familiarity with public bidding, prevailing wage, and school construction standards is a plus.

• Proficiency in, or a readiness to learn, project management and scheduling software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project.

• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.

• Ability to coordinate effectively among owners, designers, and contractors.

• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

• Keen attention to detail.

• Capability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, or a desire to develop this ability.

• PMP or CAPM certification, or progress towards certification, is advantageous but not mandatory.

• Willingness to attend occasional evening meetings.

• Openness to regular travel between school and project sites, which may include overnight stays.

• A valid driver's license is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company-sponsored life and disability insurance.

• Optional pet insurance, legal services, and supplemental health plans.

• 401(k) plan with immediate eligibility.

• 3% safe harbor 401(k) contribution.

• Up to 2.5% company match.

• 10 paid holidays.

• Paid time off starting at 15 days, increasing to 25 days.

• Access to Consertus Academy for ongoing learning and development opportunities.

• Mentorship and practical training from seasoned Project Managers.

• Reimbursement for travel costs and mileage.

• Flexible work arrangements.