Company Overview
At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces - we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.
Job Summary
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is a core team member responsible for managing project change orders, subcontractor coordination, and project documentation with a high level of independence and accountability. The APM understands the financial, administrative, and logistical elements of construction and supports both internal teams and client-facing communications.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Lead the preparation of Change Orders from inception to PO issuance, including detailed pricing review and subcontractor negotiation.
- Fully level subcontractor proposals and scopes of work, flagging any discrepancies or risks.
- Manage procurement timelines and coordination of long-lead items.
- Maintain ownership of the project submittal log and escalation of critical items.
- Understand, update, and track Schedule of Events (SOE) and project milestones.
- Work directly with the Superintendent to establish the Subcontractor Build Schedule.
- Take lead on the project financial close-out process, including reconciliation of POs, billing, and retention.
- Proactively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including leading subcontractor meetings when needed.
- Identify and escalate potential scope or financial risks; contribute to resolution strategies.
- Mentor and support Project Engineers and Project Coordinators.
Qualifications and Skills
- Proficient to advanced knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and project logistics.
- Solid understanding of subcontract scopes, sequencing, and project budget impacts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Procore, MS Project; working knowledge of Timberline.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and lead through challenges.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone and detail level to audience.
- Adheres to and exemplifies JRM’s Core Values.
Computer Systems
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Timberline (preferred but not required), On-Screen Takeoff (preferred but not required)
Salary Information
- To the extent this position is performed in California, the annual salary range for this role is $75,000 - $110,000.
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Skills Required
- Proficient to advanced knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and project logistics.
- Solid understanding of subcontract scopes, sequencing, and project budget impacts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Proficiency in Procore and MS Project.
- Working knowledge of Timberline.
- Working knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff.
- Ability to prepare and manage Change Orders, including pricing review and subcontractor negotiation.
- Ability to manage procurement timelines and long-lead items.
- Experience maintaining submittal logs and tracking Schedule of Events and project milestones.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to lead subcontractor meetings.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and mentor junior project staff.
What We Do
JRM Construction Management is a leading general contracting and construction management firm with over 18 years of experience, headquartered in New York City and operating across the US.
