Assistant Construction Manager Jobs

Assistant Construction Manager jobs are open across commercial, residential, and civil construction at every level from entry-level field coordinator to senior assistant project manager, with specializations in scheduling, subcontractor oversight, and cost control. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles816+
Top stateTexas
Top employerBurns & McDonnell
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type76% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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PARKHILL
Assistant Construction Manager - PMOR
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PARKHILL
New 14h ago
Assistant Construction Manager - PMOR
PARKHILL
Midland, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Family Dollar
Construction Billing Assistant
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Family Dollar
New 21h ago
Construction Billing Assistant
Family Dollar
Chesapeake, Virginia
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Systems Administration
$19.5 - $22.5/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Hensel Phelps
Assistant Construction Superintendent
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Hensel Phelps
New 22h ago
Assistant Construction Superintendent
Hensel Phelps
Montgomery, Alabama
Compliance & Risk
Construction Labor
Construction Management
Quality Control
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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AM Cabinets
Construction Admin Assistant
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AM Cabinets
New 23h ago
Construction Admin Assistant
AM Cabinets
South Bay, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$20 - $25/hr
51-200

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Amtrak
Capital Construction Mgr - 90229492 - New York
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Amtrak
Added 1d ago
Capital Construction Mgr - 90229492 - New York
Amtrak
New York, New York
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$113k - $147k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Assistant Construction Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell58
  • Walbridge
    Walbridge47
  • HITT Contracting
    HITT Contracting31
  • The Walsh
    The Walsh11
  • Jobot
    Jobot10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate72
  • Consulting & Professional Services37
  • Staffing & Recruiting10
  • Education7
  • Technology & Software3

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant construction manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore or Primavera P6
  • One to three years of field or construction-related internship experience
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification for site safety compliance
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
  • Experience managing RFIs, submittals, and subcontractor coordination

Tips for Your Assistant Construction Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to the project type

Residential, commercial, and civil construction are different worlds. Highlight the project types you've worked on, the contract values you've managed, and the delivery methods you know, like design-build or CM at-risk, so hiring managers see your fit immediately.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists assistant construction manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

List your software tools by name

Procore, Primavera P6, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam each appear frequently in job postings. Name every platform you've used, including your proficiency level, so your application passes both automated screening and a recruiter's quick scan.

Quantify your field coordination experience

Generic phrases like 'assisted with scheduling' don't stand out. Replace them with specifics: how many subcontractors you coordinated, the square footage or dollar value of projects you tracked, and whether you managed submittals, RFIs, or daily reports independently.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers will ask how you've handled subcontractor delays, budget overruns, or safety incidents on site. Rehearse two or three real examples using specific outcomes, because vague answers raise doubts about your hands-on experience.

Negotiate your role scope, not just pay

Before accepting an offer, clarify which tasks you'll own versus observe. Assistant roles vary widely from administrative support to near-full project responsibility, and scope determines your career progression far more than title alone.

Assistant Construction Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most assistant construction managers?

The companies hiring the most assistant construction managers right now include Burns & McDonnell, Walbridge, and HITT Contracting, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. General contractors and construction management firms tend to post the highest volume of these roles.

How many assistant construction manager jobs are remote?

About 24% of assistant construction manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is low compared to most professional roles. The functions most likely to allow off-site work are preconstruction planning, document control, submittal review, and scheduling, while site-facing coordination and daily field oversight remain almost entirely in-person.

How do you become an assistant construction manager?

Start with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then gain field exposure through internships or entry-level laborer and superintendent assistant roles. Earn your OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification, build proficiency in Procore or a comparable platform, and work toward an associate constructor credential through the American Institute of Constructors to strengthen your application.

Can you get an assistant construction manager job with little experience?

Yes, many employers hire candidates with limited direct experience if you can demonstrate field exposure, software skills, and a construction-related degree. Internships, co-op programs, or even summer work as a laborer or site assistant count. Highlighting completed coursework in scheduling or cost estimating and holding an OSHA certification helps close the experience gap for entry-level openings.

What does the assistant construction manager interview process look like?

Most processes run two to three rounds. The first is a phone screen focused on your background and software proficiency. A second in-person or video interview typically includes scenario questions about handling subcontractor disputes, schedule delays, or safety incidents. Some employers add a take-home exercise asking you to review a set of drawings or build a short project schedule before a final conversation with senior leadership.

Where can I find and apply to assistant construction manager jobs?

You can find and apply to assistant construction manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location, and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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