Assistant Project Manager

At OCMI, Inc., our core values—One Team, Curiosity, Meaningful Service, and Integrity—drive everything we do. Founded in 1982 and still privately owned, we've become one of the nation's fastest-growing construction management consultancies. Serving markets across Federal, Education, Hospitality, Healthcare, Technology, and Commercial, we offer comprehensive services including Cost Management, Project Management, Scheduling, and Project Controls. We are an ENR Top 100-ranked Construction Management firm that is looking for professionals in our industry who want to cultivate their careers in our high-growth, welcoming company.

We're currently looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our team in Dallas, TX . This role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of a large-scale water and wastewater infrastructure project , working alongside a collaborative team on a high-visibility program that will have a lasting impact on the community. You'll gain exposure to all phases of project delivery while building your career with one of the nation's leading construction management consulting firms.

If this sounds like a match, apply now! It only takes 60 seconds to apply, and a recruiter will respond to your resume within five business days.

Responsibilities:

- Support the Project Manager and/or the Client in the successful delivery of several high-profile concurrent projects from pre-design to close-out.

- Assist with the review of project specifications and regulations while collaborating with architects, consultants, and other technical staff.

- Assist with field observation to help ensure all work is completed according to project plans and within the established schedule, including identifying potential scheduling conflicts and supporting resolution efforts.

- Support the implementation of institutional planning objectives and strategies within project plans.

- Assist with budget cost monitoring activities and contractor app review and processing.

- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to support project budgets, schedules, and overall project objectives.

- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of project policies and procedures to support efficient project execution.

- Prepare written reports, presentations, briefings, and other technical documentation related to project status and progress.

- Support field activities to help ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, schedules, and project constraints.

- Coordinate active construction project work with Client operational needs in active facilities.

- Assist with the management and monitoring of project pace and schedule in coordination with office-based cost and schedule support teams.

Qualifications:

- 1-3 years of experience in Construction Management, Project Engineering, Project Coordination, or a related construction industry role.

- Experience supporting infrastructure, utility, civil, or water/wastewater projects preferred.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.

- Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to coordinate across project teams.

- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Benefits include:

- Company-sponsored Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance

- 401K Program with a Company Match

- Paid Holidays / Sick Leave / Vacation Accrual

- Company Team Building, Employee Events, and a fun, people-first environment

Compensation: $105,000 - $120,000

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