Assistant Site Manager

Gray

Assistant Site Manager overseeing construction team and project management tasks for Gray Construction. Involves developing scopes, schedules, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including scope development, scheduling, and cost estimation, while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in interpreting architectural and engineering drawings and managing on-site construction activities effectively.

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Project ManagementConstruction SchedulingCost EstimationLeadership SkillsSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationProject SchedulingReading Architectural DrawingsReading Engineering DrawingsChange Order ManagementProcurement ManagementConstruction ProceduresStaffing Requirements PlanningSubcontractor ManagementQuality Control

Soft Skills

LeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingPeople Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMS ProjectScheduling Software

Industry Keywords

Construction ExperienceLight/Heavy Industrial SectorFood and Beverage MarketOSHA ComplianceGeneral Conditions Budget

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Will function as the overall Site Manager during off rotation for the Site Manager.
Assist in developing scopes of work for review and approval.
Assist in the development and management of project schedule.
Prepare estimates in areas of self-performed work and assist in complete project estimate.
Depending on the size of the project may function as a Site Manager for small projects (under 5 million).
Responsible for multiple divisions of work, all aspects of the means and method of construction.
Solicit prices from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers for review and approval.
Assist in selection of qualified bidders, negotiate final prices, draft subcontracts and purchase orders.
Assist in the preparation of various reports, i.e. cost to complete, monthly billings and status reports, progress tracking
Review all drawings, i.e. shop, architectural, structural, etc. when they are issued to the field and coordinate and maintain a current set at all times.
Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
Implements procedures and assists in identifying staffing needs.
Assist in locating, evaluating, and selecting potential subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers as it related to the General Conditions budget.
Assist in pricing work, draft changes and change orders and in ensuring customer satisfaction with the project.
Assist Coordinating and managing on-site construction activities from pre-start-up to completion.
Schedule work, including subcontractors.
Determine materials, equipment and tools needed.
Secure appropriate supply sources.
Set up and close out construction site.
Establish and maintain high safety and quality standards in accordance to company and industry standards.
Serve as on-site safety when one is not specifically assigned to the project, able to stop work, discipline team members, and remove team members/subcontractors from the site in the absence of the Site Manager.
Able to make decisions regarding safety and quality on the spot to make improvements, without further approval.
Will resolve issues and act on behalf of management while keeping the financial impact of decisions in mind as it relates to potential out of scope items
Responsible for procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules.
Confers with and directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specification, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
Confers with supervisory personnel to resolve complaints and grievances within work force.
Prepares or review reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports.
May provide expert advice as it relates to a specific division of work.
Will meet with the customer and refer all customer requested changes to the SM and PM for proper disposition.
Will work with city officials, OSHA, and inspectors throughout the duration of the project.
Ensure required inspections are conducted per the project specifications and documents and proper documentation is kept
Responsible for the communication, implementation and enforcement of Gray’s safety program on site.
Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school AND a minimum of three years of construction experience OR a minimum five years related construction experience with increasing responsibility in lieu of a degree
Experience within the light/heavy industrial sector highly desired - specifically within the food and beverage market.
Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem solving skills.
Must be able to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, financial reports, and legal/contract documents.
Strong people management skills.
Must possess basic computer skills including the ability to utilize Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.), tablets and smartphones.
MS project and other scheduling software a plus.
Must possess a strong work ethic and be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development.
Must posses the ability to think for his/herself and be able to manage without direction having to be given.
This position requires travel as our projects are scattered throughout the United States and, in some cases outside of the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work arrangements