Assistant Project Manager

Role overview

A major real estate investment and advisory organization is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to help deliver capital projects, tenant improvements, and property enhancement work across a nationwide portfolio. This position supports project and asset management by keeping budgets, schedules, and reporting accurate, and it is intended as a development opportunity with a clear progression route into Project Management.

The right person will likely come from a general contracting background and bring practical exposure to construction workflows, project records, and financial oversight. This is a client-side role where precision, clear communication, and the ability to manage several initiatives simultaneously are essential.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor several projects remotely across the portfolio, ranging from smaller repair work of about $200K and up to major capital programs reaching $20M.
• Take part in OAC meetings, follow project milestones, and share prompt updates on timelines, budgets, and overall execution.
• Examine invoices, pay applications, submittals, and change orders to confirm they are complete and accurate.
• Support tenant improvement initiatives, including landlord-led and tenant-managed scopes, and review TI reimbursement packages for adherence to requirements.
• Assist with design and documentation reviews so that deliverables match client standards.
• Keep project files, meeting notes, and financial documentation well organized and current.
• Work with internal stakeholders, vendors, contractors, and international clients while adapting to different standards and expectations.
• Build working knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and elevators to better evaluate project work and repairs.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in construction, project management, or project engineering, with general contractor-side exposure strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of RFIs, submittals, pay applications, and construction documentation.
• Experience with tenant improvements, capital upgrades, and core building systems.
• Comfort using Microsoft 365 and common project/construction tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project.
• Strong organization skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments at once.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, including experience working with both domestic and international stakeholders.
• A team-first mindset, flexibility, and the ability to adapt as priorities change.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation includes a competitive salary along with a generous bonus structure. The benefits package offers full medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) plan with full match after 6 months.

This role also offers a growth path toward Project Manager responsibilities, including greater travel and broader project ownership over time.

Work environment

The office is in Downtown Seattle and includes modern amenities such as a full gym, pickleball court, and lounge. The position is office-based four days per week, with travel to project sites as needed.

The culture is professional but relaxed, with a family-style atmosphere that is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and highly detail-focused.