Job Description

Seeking Assistant Project Manager (APM) to join a growing team in Portland, Oregon. The APM will support the planning, coordination, and execution of ground-up commercial construction projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget goals are met. This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a dynamic construction environment while learning directly from experienced project leaders.

Client Details

Our client is one of Portlands' largest and well-established GC's in the Pacific Northwest. They span across the multifamily and commercial fields, oversees ground up and tenant improvement projects with a pipeline of $200M.

Description

• Assist the Project Manager with day-to-day management of ground-up construction projects from preconstruction through closeout

• Review and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain project schedules and resolve field issues

• Support project budgeting and cost control processes, including reviewing invoices and monitoring job cost reports

• Participate in project meetings, document meeting minutes, and follow up on action items

• Ensure construction activities comply with plans, specifications, building codes, and safety standards

• Assist in preparing and maintaining project schedules using tools like MS Project or Primavera

• Organize and maintain project documentation in project management software (e.g., Procore)

• Help with procurement of materials and subcontractor services

• Conduct site walks and collaborate with field staff and superintendents to monitor progress and quality

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred

• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction, with ground-up project experience strongly preferred

• Familiarity with construction documents, processes, and terminology

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

• Willingness to work on-site as needed and collaborate closely with field teams

• Projects in sectors such as retail, office, healthcare, industrial, or mixed-use developments

• LEED knowledge or certification

• OSHA 10/30 certification

Job Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development and growth opportunities

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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