Assistant Project Manager Jobs in California
Assistant Project Manager jobs in California concentrate heavily in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where construction, technology, and healthcare drive consistent demand across seniority levels from entry-level coordinators to senior associates. Major employers with lasting California footprints include Turner Construction, Kaiser Permanente, and Jacobs Engineering, all of which maintain active project pipelines across the state. The most in-demand specialties are commercial construction, infrastructure, and technology program delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assistant Project Manager
Suffolk Construction·Los Angeles, California
Job functions:
$100k - $141k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.
Responsibilities:
Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
The Assistant Project Manager works with the Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job.
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.
Responsibilities:
- Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders
- Use experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for Information
- Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for Information
- Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company’s insurance requirements
- Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log
- Price and create Proposed Change Orders
- Submit, track response and issue Requests for Information
- Responsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related thereto
- Plan revision submissions to municipality
- Work with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modifications
- Act as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor’s work and progress.
- Assist with Project Schedule Narratives
- Take Weekly Video and distribute to General Manager
- Create Weekly Meeting Minutes – Owner’s and Subcontractors meetings
- Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors
- Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors
- Using best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests
- Responsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificates
- Responsible for creating close-out manuals
- Conducts training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topics
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline
- 2+ years of related experience or completion of Suffolk’s Career Start Program as a Project Engineer or Project Engineer with another firm
- The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
- Computer Literate
- Good communication skills
- Accurate with an attention to detail
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.
EEO Statement:
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.
Compensation Information:
Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.
About Suffolk:Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
Suffolk Construction
Assistant Project Manager
Los Angeles, California
New 20h ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$100k - $141k/yr
Bachelor's degree
Job Description
Overview:
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.
Responsibilities:
Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
The Assistant Project Manager works with the Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job.
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to leverage your inherent curiosity and proven capabilities to catapult you to the next level.
Responsibilities:
- Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders
- Use experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for Information
- Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for Information
- Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company’s insurance requirements
- Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log
- Price and create Proposed Change Orders
- Submit, track response and issue Requests for Information
- Responsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related thereto
- Plan revision submissions to municipality
- Work with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modifications
- Act as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor’s work and progress.
- Assist with Project Schedule Narratives
- Take Weekly Video and distribute to General Manager
- Create Weekly Meeting Minutes – Owner’s and Subcontractors meetings
- Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors
- Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors
- Using best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests
- Responsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificates
- Responsible for creating close-out manuals
- Conducts training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topics
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline
- 2+ years of related experience or completion of Suffolk’s Career Start Program as a Project Engineer or Project Engineer with another firm
- The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
- Computer Literate
- Good communication skills
- Accurate with an attention to detail
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.
EEO Statement:
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.
Compensation Information:
Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk’s total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.
About Suffolk:Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds.
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $9 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
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1 jobAssistant Project Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot17
- RIMEPRO12
- IconicCare5
- CWS Construction group5
- Mercy Housing4
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting18
- Construction & Real Estate9
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Energy2
- Education1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant project manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field
- One to three years of project coordination or construction administration experience
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, MS Project, or Primavera P6
- Familiarity with California Building Code requirements and local permitting processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with contractors and stakeholders
- Project Management Professional certification or active pursuit of PMP credential preferred
Assistant Project Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant project manager in California?
Most California employers require a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or business administration. While California does not issue a state license specifically for assistant project managers, roles in construction often require working under a licensed general contractor, and obtaining a Project Management Professional certification through PMI strengthens hiring prospects. Many candidates start in coordinator or scheduler roles before advancing. California's community colleges also offer construction management certificates that help candidates without a four-year degree enter the field.
Which companies hire assistant project managers in California?
Employers hiring assistant project managers in California right now include Jobot, RIMEPRO, and IconicCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's large public infrastructure programs, healthcare expansion projects, and technology campus development keep demand for this role consistently strong across the state.
Which California cities have the most assistant project manager jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego account for the largest share of assistant project manager openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its volume of commercial development, public transit projects, and entertainment facility construction, while San Francisco and San Diego are anchored by technology sector campuses and healthcare system expansions that require dedicated project management support.
Are there remote assistant project manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're limited. About 17% of assistant project manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most of the role involves on-site coordination, contractor meetings, and field visits. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are scheduling updates, budget tracking, document control, and stakeholder reporting, making hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a assistant project manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a project coordinator or construction administrator role, which large California employers like Swinerton Builders, Hensel Phelps, and county public works departments regularly post as stepping stones. A construction management certificate from a California community college or a CAPM credential from PMI signals readiness to employers. Internships through California State University construction management programs place students directly with regional contractors. Administrative or scheduling experience in a construction or engineering office also translates well and is recognized by hiring managers as relevant preparation.
Where can I find and apply to assistant project manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to assistant project manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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