Assistant Project Manager – K-12 Schools

Consertus

Assistant Project Manager supporting K-12 school construction and renovation projects for Consertus, a global capital program management firm. Coordinating schedules, budgets, contracts, bidding, stakeholders, and closeout.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project coordination capabilities in K-12 construction environments, with expertise in budget tracking, scheduling, and compliance with public bidding requirements. Proficient in communication and collaboration across diverse stakeholders to ensure project success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project CoordinationBudget TrackingK-12 Construction ExposureProficiency in Project Management SoftwareStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Construction ManagementProject SchedulingCost TrackingReading Construction DrawingsRisk TrackingChange Order ManagementPunch List PreparationAs-Built DocumentationBid TabulationContract Administration

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTime Management SkillsAttention to DetailVerbal Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

ProcorePrimavera P6MS Project

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationCAPM Certification

Industry Keywords

K-12 ProjectsPublic EducationPublic BiddingPrevailing WageConstruction Contracts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Project Manager in overseeing scope, schedule, and budget for assigned K-12 projects from pre-construction through closeout
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cash flow projections
Support contract administration by tracking submittals, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications
Coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants on design questions and outstanding items
Assist the on-site Construction Manager and Project Manager in monitoring field activity
Prepare draft status updates and meeting materials for district stakeholders and facilities staff
Support procurement and bidding activities, including scope documentation, bid tabulation, and contractor qualification tracking
Monitor compliance with public bidding requirements, prevailing wage, and district procurement policies
Coordinate project phasing and sequencing around the school calendar
Track project-level risks and document mitigation actions
Assist with project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, warranties, and final documentation
Prepare project status reports and presentation materials for internal and district review
Report to the Project Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field preferred; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree
1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or a related field
K-12 or public education project exposure is a plus
Working knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, and cost/budget tracking, or strong aptitude to learn
Familiarity with public bidding, prevailing wage, and school construction requirements is a plus
Proficiency with, or willingness to learn, project management and scheduling software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coordinate across owners, designers, and contractors
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
Close attention to detail
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, or eagerness to develop this skill
PMP or CAPM certification, or progress toward certification, is a plus but not required
Ability to attend occasional evening meetings
Willingness to travel regularly between school sites/project sites, potentially including overnight stays
Valid driver's license required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-paid life and disability insurance
Optional pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
401(k) with day-one eligibility
3% safe harbor 401(k) contribution
Up to 2.5% company match
10 paid holidays
PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25 days
Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development
Mentorship and hands-on training from experienced Project Managers
Travel cost and mileage reimbursement
Flexible work arrangements