MEP Assistant Project Manager
San Jose
Client Opportunities – Project Manager /
Regular Full-time /
Hybrid
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
A leading construction and engineering firm is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support the successful execution of commercial and industrial construction projects. This role serves as a vital link between field operations and office coordination, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within scope.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in construction management and engineering principles, along with a high level of initiative and the ability to manage tasks independently. Candidates who embody a “humble, hungry, and smart” mindset—valuing teamwork, demonstrating strong interpersonal judgment, and driven by continuous growth—will thrive in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Coordination & Communication:
- Support the Project Manager in reviewing contracts and project specifications
- Maintain and update project documentation in Autodesk Build, including drawings and overlays
- Coordinate EH&S compliance efforts (IIPP, SDS, PPE)
- Prepare materials for jobsite and pre-job meetings
- Facilitate weekly job meetings and follow up on outstanding action items
- Act as a liaison between field teams and office staff
- Schedule work with subcontractors and internal departments
- Conduct regular job site visits to track progress and ensure alignment with project goals
- Technical & Engineering Support:
- Apply engineering knowledge to troubleshoot and support project delivery
- Assist with value engineering initiatives
- Lead BIM coordination meetings and track progress
- Perform drawing overlays and track design issues impacting the field
- Support labor forecasting and manloading in collaboration with field supervisors
- Administrative & Reporting Duties:
- Input daily reports, RFIs, and change orders into the project management system
- Track and reconcile invoices and bills of materials (BOM)
- Escalate and document key issues from field reports
- Coordinate site access and badging processes
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
- 2+ years of relevant experience in construction coordination or engineering support
- Proficiency in Autodesk Build, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with EH&S requirements and safety protocols
- General understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and piping systems
- Ability to conduct schedule and budget reviews
- Experience managing smaller projects independently
- Vendor negotiation experience a plus
- Experience leading BIM coordination with design teams
Preferred Skills & Values:
- Customer-focused mindset
- Commitment to delivering high-quality work
- Understanding of core MEP systems (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Piping)
- Excellent communicator
- Strong organizational skills
- Comfortable in fast-paced settings
- Effective multitasker
- Resourceful and adaptable
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Flexible and accountable
- Values integrity and initiative
- Willing to ask questions and learn
- Familiarity with PlanGrid, COINS, and billing systems a plus
$100,000 - $130,000 a year
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