Assistant Project Manager – K-12 Education

KP Reddy

Assistant Project Manager supporting K-12 education construction projects and collaborating with senior project managers on project administration. Engaging directly in site coordination and project documentation.

Posted 6/10/2026full-time🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support senior project managers in the day-to-day coordination of construction projects on behalf of the owner.
Track and process RFIs, submittals, and change orders—ensuring timely responses and accurate documentation.
Attend project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.
Monitor project schedules and budgets, flagging variances to senior team members.
Coordinate with contractors, architects, and consultants to resolve day-to-day issues.
Assist with regulatory submittals and track approval status related to state education department requirements, local school district standards, and applicable state construction oversight agencies.
Prepare status reports, progress photos, and other project documentation.
Support punch list coordination, closeout documentation, and warranty tracking.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-4 years of experience in construction project management, field engineering, or project coordination.
Basic understanding of construction contracts, drawings, and specifications.
Proficiency with project management software (Procore, e-Builder, or similar) and MS Office/Bluebeam.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to travel to project sites as assignments require.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hands-on mentorship from experienced owner's representatives who will invest in your growth.
Real responsibility from day one—not years of busy work before you touch a real project.
Exposure to diverse project types in K-12 school districts and public education.
A clear path to Project Manager and beyond as the firm grows.
AI-powered project management tools that make your job easier—we're building the future of OR, and you'll be part of it.
Flexibility to work remotely while traveling to project sites as needed.

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Hard Skills & Tools

construction project managementfield engineeringproject coordinationconstruction contractsdrawingsspecifications

Soft Skills

organizational skillsattention to detailwritten communicationverbal communication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's degree in EngineeringBachelor's degree in Architecture