Assistant Construction Manager Jobs in California
Assistant Construction Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand driven by large-scale public infrastructure, commercial development, and residential housing projects stretching from the Bay Area to San Diego. Most of the hiring is concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento, where firms like Turner Construction, Webcor, and DPR Construction maintain a lasting California presence. The most in-demand specialties are ground-up commercial construction, public works, and mixed-use development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
The Assistant Construction Manager will assist the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.
- Adhere to company's safety programs, training, and policies as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.
- Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
- Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.
- Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
- Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
- Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support the Construction Manager or Site Manager with implementation.
- Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
- Support development of and coordinate the potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project team.
- Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.
- Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
- Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
- Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
- Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders. Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
- Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
- Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.
- Verify the project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to the project requirements.
- Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
- Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.
- Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.
- Facilitate the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.
- Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.
- Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.
- Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.
- Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
- Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.
- Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
- Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
- Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
- Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates, production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management and ensure cost metrics are met.
- Assist with applicable craft training.
- Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years relevant construction experience required.
- Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
- Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.
- A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.
Compensation
- $125,000.00-175,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Field Construction Management
Primary Location US-CA-Palmdale
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time
Req ID: 262343
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DS #CDB
Description
The Assistant Construction Manager will assist the Construction Project Manager, Project Manager, Site Manager, and/or the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager with day to day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, proposals, estimates, documentation, turnover, client interface, field-based activities, and other duties required to execute Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) projects, construction management, and program management ventures. This position will work on a diverse array of projects across multiple industries including aviation, commercial building, electrical transmission & distribution, facility, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation, process, and water.
- Adhere to company's safety programs, training, and policies as well as collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.
- Collaborate with the Project Management team to build client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items.
- Assist in the development of internal and external project risk reviews with the Project Management team and consult with the Legal Department as required.
- Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of the Project Execution Plan, Quality Assurance Plan, Safety & Health Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Project Staffing Plan, Organization Chart, and Procurement Plan.
- Contribute to the negotiation, approval and execution of multiple types of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
- Develop the project plan for site mobilization and demobilization and support the Construction Manager or Site Manager with implementation.
- Secure applicable project permits required for the project.
- Support development of and coordinate the potential bidders' registration and pre-qualification efforts on behalf of the Project team.
- Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP), support detailed scope of work development, bid and selection process, creation of contract documents for the purpose of subcontractor and client contractor selection and award.
- Support the implementation of multiple project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
- Execute downstream contract administration, including Request for Information (RFI's), submittals, meeting minutes, change management, and claims mitigation.
- Support project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structures, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking processes.
- Prepare information for and report project status, risks, schedule, costs, and cash flows at project and corporate level meetings to internal and external stakeholders. Develop and distribute meeting minutes as needed.
- Support the Prime Contract, subcontract, client contractor, and supplier invoicing process.
- Establish, review and implement the project documentation and filing systems and processes.
- Verify the project, client contractor, and/or subcontractor's insurance, licensures, taxes/duties, and securities are in effect according to the project requirements.
- Support and conduct project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required.
- Facilitate the materials receiving and management process including inventory control, receiving of goods, storage, and transportation.
- Collaborate with Superintendents and Site Managers to verify compliance of subcontractor's client contractors contract documents, safety & health requirements, quality, and schedule.
- Facilitate the project turnover documentation, recordkeeping/retention, warranty and project close out processes.
- Assist with maintaining compliance on all project related activities by consistently applying company policies and procedures.
- Assist with the development of project labor agreements with building trades as required.
- Assist with onboarding of craft/field supervision as required.
- Analyze composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs.
- Work with field operations/craft hr team to appropriately staff projects.
- Analyze and monitor labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws.
- Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records.
- Assist with upholding standards of craft competency and training.
- Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates, production rates to ensure earned value, schedule, change management and ensure cost metrics are met.
- Assist with applicable craft training.
- Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 3 years relevant construction experience required.
- Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
- Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
- Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, transportation, or water is preferred.
- A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements.
Compensation
- $125,000.00-175,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Field Construction Management
Primary Location US-CA-Palmdale
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 100 % of the Time
Req ID: 262343
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DS #CDB
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Assistant Construction Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot8
- Webcor3
- Burns & McDonnell2
- Colliers Engineering & Design2
- McCarthy Building2
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate12
- Staffing & Recruiting8
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Energy1
- Technology & Software1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant construction manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Experience using construction management software such as Procore or Bluebeam
- Familiarity with California Building Code and local permitting processes
- OSHA 30-hour construction safety certification or willingness to obtain it
- Strong ability to coordinate subcontractors, schedules, and project documentation
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for client and stakeholder reporting
Assistant Construction Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant construction manager in California?
Most assistant construction managers in California enter through a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, often combined with an internship or co-op with a California general contractor. The Construction Manager-in-Training designation from the Construction Management Association of America provides a recognized credential for early-career candidates. California does not require a state-issued license for the assistant-level role, but obtaining a Qualified Applicant Contractor registration becomes relevant when you move into a GC-leadership position.
Which companies hire assistant construction managers in California?
Employers hiring assistant construction managers in California right now include Jobot, Webcor, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's volume of large-scale public infrastructure and mixed-use development projects means that both national general contractors and regional specialty firms post consistently throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most assistant construction manager jobs?
Los Angeles, Alameda, and Walnut Creek have the most assistant construction manager openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its scale of commercial and public works projects, San Francisco draws demand from tech-campus and transit development, and Sacramento reflects steady state government and healthcare construction activity that keeps hiring consistent even outside economic peaks.
Are there remote assistant construction manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of assistant construction manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how fundamentally site-dependent the role is. Pre-construction tasks such as bid coordination, submittal review, and scheduling can sometimes be done off-site, making hybrid arrangements more common at larger firms than fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a assistant construction manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or project-engineer role with a California general contractor such as Webcor, DPR Construction, or Swinerton, which run formal new-graduate programs each year. A Construction Manager-in-Training designation from CMAA combined with hands-on coursework through a California State University construction management program strengthens an entry-level application considerably. Adjacent roles like project coordinator, field engineer, or estimating assistant at a California subcontractor or owner's representative firm are also common first steps.
Where can I find and apply to assistant construction manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to assistant construction manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across construction sectors and metro areas. Find a role that fits and apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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