Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Texas

Assistant Project Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring in construction, engineering, technology, and healthcare project delivery at every level from entry-level coordinator through senior assistant PM. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for most of the openings, where companies like Turner Construction, Jacobs Engineering, and Dell Technologies maintain large project operations across the state. Scheduling, budget tracking, and construction management are among the most consistently sought specialties in Texas listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles321+
Top employerAbercrombie & Fitch
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring92
Work type98% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Rosendin Electric
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Assistant Project Manager
Rosendin Electric
Pflugerville, Texas
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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FlintCo
Assistant Project Manager
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Assistant Project Manager
FlintCo
Austin, Texas
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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McCarthy Building
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McCarthy Building
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Assistant Project Manager
McCarthy Building
Austin, Texas
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Rosendin Electric
Assistant Project Manager
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Assistant Project Manager
Rosendin Electric
El Paso, Texas
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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The Burt Group
Assistant Project Manager
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The Burt Group
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Assistant Project Manager
The Burt Group
Austin, Texas
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $110k/yr
On-Site
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Assistant Project Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
34 jobs
Houston
34 jobs
Dallas
23 jobs
Fort Worth
19 jobs
San Antonio
16 jobs
El Paso
12 jobs
Lancaster
8 jobs
Plano
8 jobs
San Marcos
8 jobs

Assistant Project Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Abercrombie & Fitch
    Abercrombie & Fitch45
  • Amazon
    Amazon23
  • Walmart
    Walmart22
  • Wendy's
    Wendy's19
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell16

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail87
  • Consulting & Professional Services49
  • Construction & Real Estate45
  • Food & Beverage30
  • Energy20

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant project manager jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field
  • One to three years of experience supporting project coordination or construction administration
  • Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6
  • Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction document control processes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across subcontractors and stakeholders
  • Project Management Professional certification or active pursuit of PMP credential preferred

Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a assistant project manager in Texas?

Most Texas employers expect a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, civil engineering, or business administration as the foundation. Texas does not require a state-issued license for assistant project managers, but many employers prioritize candidates who are pursuing or have earned a Project Management Professional credential through the Project Management Institute. Starting in a coordinator, scheduler, or document control role at a Texas construction or engineering firm is a well-worn path into the assistant PM position.

How much do assistant project managers make in Texas?

Assistant project managers in Texas earn a median of about $98,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,460 for the lowest 10% to over $162,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire assistant project managers in Texas?

Employers hiring assistant project managers in Texas right now include Abercrombie & Fitch, Amazon, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of large infrastructure, energy, and commercial construction projects means demand is spread across general contractors, engineering consultancies, and corporate real estate departments throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most assistant project manager jobs?

Austin, Houston, and Dallas have the most assistant project manager openings in Texas. Houston's energy and petrochemical sector drives consistent volume there, while Dallas supports large commercial construction and corporate real estate projects, and Austin's rapid technology and infrastructure expansion has added significant project management hiring across both private developers and public sector contractors.

Are there remote assistant project manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're limited. Assistant project manager roles often require on-site presence for site walks, subcontractor coordination, and document management, making full remote work uncommon. About 2% of assistant project manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to be in software implementation, IT project coordination, or corporate program support rather than construction or field-based roles.

How can I get hired as a assistant project manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a project coordinator, document control specialist, or field engineer intern with a large Texas general contractor or engineering firm such as Turner Construction, Fluor, or Jacobs. Many of these firms run structured new-graduate programs that rotate candidates through project roles before moving them into assistant PM positions. Earning an Associate in Project Management or completing a Procore certification gives candidates an edge when competing against others without field experience.

Where can I find and apply to assistant project manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to assistant project manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across construction, engineering, technology, and other industries. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.

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