Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$115,000–$140,000 Base + Project & Annual Bonus

We are working with a well-established electrical contractor that is looking to add three Assistant Project Managers to its growing team in Los Angeles.

The business has a strong track record of delivering large-scale, technically complex electrical projects across mission-critical, healthcare, aviation and commercial markets.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager who wants exposure to major electrical construction projects, work alongside experienced project leadership and continue developing toward a Project Manager position within an established contractor.

The Role

As Assistant Project Manager, you will work alongside Project Managers, senior project leadership and field teams to support the successful delivery of complex electrical construction projects from pre-construction through execution and final closeout.

The Los Angeles team operates on a hybrid office/job-site structure. You will typically work from the company's Commerce office on Mondays and Wednesdays, with the remainder of the week spent on active project sites.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting Project Managers with the day-to-day management and delivery of electrical construction projects
• Assisting with project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting and financial reporting
• Supporting the development and maintenance of project schedules
• Coordinating with field leadership, superintendents and project teams
• Managing and tracking RFIs, submittals, change orders and other project documentation
• Supporting procurement and coordinating with vendors and subcontractors
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation
• Tracking material and equipment requirements against project schedules
• Assisting with project meetings, reporting and client communication
• Coordinating with estimating and pre-construction teams during project handover
• Identifying potential project risks, design issues and schedule impacts
• Supporting change management and maintaining accurate project records
• Working closely with general contractors, owners, subcontractors and other project stakeholders
• Supporting commissioning, project closeout and final documentation
• Ensuring company standards around safety, quality and project execution are maintained

What They Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have experience within electrical construction and be looking to continue developing their project management career on larger and more technically challenging projects.

You should ideally have:

• Previous experience as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer or similar position within construction
• An electrical contracting or electrical construction background
• Experience supporting commercial or technically complex construction projects
• A good understanding of project controls, including RFIs, submittals, change orders and procurement
• Exposure to project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting and scheduling
• Experience coordinating with field teams, subcontractors, vendors and clients
• The ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment
• A genuine interest in progressing into a Project Manager position

Experience within data centers, mission-critical facilities, healthcare, aviation or large commercial construction would be particularly relevant.

Compensation & Benefits

The company is offering a highly competitive package for the Los Angeles market:

Base Salary: $115,000–$140,000, depending on experience

Bonus: Eligibility for both project-based and annual bonuses

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for candidates moving to the Los Angeles area

Additional company benefits are provided as part of the overall compensation package.

This is a strong opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to join a respected electrical contractor, gain exposure to major projects and build a long-term career within a growing Los Angeles operation.