Job Description

Bartlett Cocke General Contractors is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our team in the greater Houston, TX area! The Assistant Project Manager partners with the Project Manager and project team to plan, coordinate, and manage onsite construction activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role is ideal for a motivated construction professional looking to build a strong foundation in project leadership and grow into a Project Manager position.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Support the Project Manager in ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, contract terms, and project schedules to help achieve anticipated profit margins.
• Assist in managing subcontractor agreements, submittals, and project close-out processes in accordance with company timelines and standards.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent on the timely preparation of pay applications, invoices, status reports, cost reports, and project schedules using scheduling software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project).
• Organize, distribute, and maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and daily reports, using digital project management tools.
• Support cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting efforts, including labor cost analysis and budget projections.
• Promote and enforce jobsite safety standards in alignment with company and OSHA guidelines.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Assist in onboarding and mentoring new project team members and field staff.
• Support BIM/MEP coordination efforts and participate in design and constructability reviews.
• Utilize technology and construction management software to streamline communication, scheduling, and reporting.
• Take on additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned by the Project Manager or senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial construction, gained through internships, co-ops, apprenticeships, or full-time roles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to learning and professional growth in the construction industry.

Bartlett Cocke General Contractors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For contractors, Apprenticeship, For subcontractor, Internship, Work at office

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