Assistant Site Manager

Gray

Assistant Site Manager overseeing industrial construction projects for Gray Construction. Coordinating schedules, subcontractors, safety, quality, procurement, and on-site delivery.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction project management, including scope development, scheduling, cost estimation, and on-site safety enforcement. Proficient in managing teams and subcontractors while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in the light/heavy industrial sector.

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Construction Project ManagementCost EstimationSafety Standards EnforcementTeam LeadershipScheduling Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Cost-To-Complete ReportingArchitectural Drawing InterpretationProject SchedulingConstruction Means and MethodsBidder Selection and Price Negotiation

Soft Skills

LeadershipOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingCommunicationPeople Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookMS Project

Industry Keywords

Light/Heavy Industrial SectorFood and Beverage MarketOSHA ComplianceConstruction ProceduresSubcontractor Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Function as the overall Site Manager during the Site Manager’s off rotation
Assist in developing scopes of work for review and approval
Assist with project schedule development and management
Prepare estimates for self-performed work and assist with complete project estimates
Function as Site Manager for small projects under $5 million when applicable
Manage multiple divisions of work and construction means and methods
Solicit subcontractor, vendor, and supplier prices; assist with bidder selection, price negotiation, subcontracts, and purchase orders
Prepare cost-to-complete, monthly billing, status, and progress-tracking reports
Review and maintain current architectural, structural, shop, and other drawings
Study specifications and plan construction procedures, schedules, staffing, materials, equipment, and tools
Coordinate and manage on-site construction activities from pre-start-up through completion
Schedule subcontractor work and secure supply sources
Set up and close out construction sites
Establish and enforce safety and quality standards
Serve as on-site safety lead when no safety representative is assigned; stop work, discipline team members, and remove team members/subcontractors when necessary
Make on-the-spot safety and quality decisions and resolve issues while considering financial impact
Procure tools and materials for scheduled delivery
Direct supervisors and subcontractors in construction planning and execution
Resolve workforce complaints and grievances
Review progress, material usage, and cost reports and adjust schedules
Provide expert advice for assigned divisions of work
Meet with customers and refer requested changes to the Site Manager and Project Manager
Work with city officials, OSHA, and inspectors
Ensure required inspections and documentation are completed
Communicate, implement, and enforce Gray’s on-site safety program
Manage subordinate team members, including training, work assignment, performance management, discipline, complaint handling, and problem resolution
Indirectly manage subcontractors, consultants, and general laborers

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 of 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
Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, financial reports, and legal/contract documents
Strong people management skills
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, tablets, and smartphones
MS Project and other scheduling software a plus
Strong work ethic; energetic, self-motivated, team-oriented, collaborative, and committed to professional development
Ability to think independently and manage without direction
Willingness and ability to travel to project sites throughout the United States and, in some cases, outside the U.S.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift or move up to 100 lbs
Ability to work in wet/humid conditions, around moving mechanical parts, outdoors, at heights, around fumes/airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical hazards, explosives, vibration, and moderate to loud noise
Overtime may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal employment opportunity
Overtime may be required