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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Overview

Open roles61
Top employerHITT Contracting
Top citySan Jose, CA
Cities hiring40
Work type93% On-site
Top industryEducation

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HITT Contracting
Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager - Mission Critical
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Commercial Construction Assistant Project Manager - Mission Critical
HITT Contracting
San Jose, California
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
$85k - $121k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Construction Assistant Superintendent
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Construction Assistant Superintendent
Faith Gorski Consulting
Redwood City, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $110k/yr
On-Site

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Mill Creek Residential
Assistant Superintendent - San Rafael Construction (Job Site)
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Assistant Superintendent - San Rafael Construction (Job Site)
Mill Creek Residential
San Rafael, California
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$130k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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DEB Construction, LLC
Assistant Project Manager ( Commercial Construction exp required)
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DEB Construction, LLC
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Assistant Project Manager ( Commercial Construction exp required)
DEB Construction, LLC
Anaheim, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$90k - $110k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in construction management
11-50

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Assistant Construction Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Jose
6 jobs
San Diego
4 jobs
Los Angeles
4 jobs
Anaheim
3 jobs
Santa Ana
3 jobs
Irvine
2 jobs
Pomona
2 jobs
Arcadia
2 jobs
Sunnyvale
2 jobs

Assistant Construction Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

HITT Contracting
HITT Contracting4 open roles
Lennar
Lennar2 open roles
Cruitin
Cruitin2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

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 HITT Contracting, Lennar, and Cruitin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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?

San Jose, San Diego, and Los Angeles 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 7% of assistant construction manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 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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