Assistant Project Manager

Overview

A leading real estate investment and advisory group is seeking a Assistant Project Manager to support the execution of capital projects, tenant improvements, and property upgrades across a national portfolio. This role provides critical support to project and asset management teams, ensuring budgets, schedules, and reporting are accurate and reliable. It is designed as a growth role with a clear path into Project Management.

The ideal candidate comes from the general contracting side of the industry, with hands-on exposure to construction processes, documentation, and financial controls. This is a client-side position, where attention to detail, communication, and the ability to oversee multiple projects at once will be key to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and track multiple projects across the portfolio remotely, from small repairs ($200K+) to large-scale capital improvements ($20M).
• Participate in OAC meetings, track project status, and provide timely updates on schedule, budget, and overall progress.
• Review invoices, pay applications, submittals, and change orders for accuracy.
• Support tenant improvement (TI) projects, including both landlord-performed and tenant-managed work, and review TI reimbursement packages for compliance.
• Assist in design and documentation review, ensuring alignment with client standards.
• Maintain organized project documentation, meeting minutes, and financial records.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, contractors, and international clients, adapting to varying standards and requirements.
• Learn and apply knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevators, etc.) to effectively evaluate projects and repairs.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in construction, project management, or project engineering (GC-side experience strongly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of RFIs, submittals, pay applications, and construction documentation.
• Familiarity with tenant improvements, capital upgrades, and building systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and common construction/project software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to juggle multiple projects.
• Strong communication skills, with ability to work closely with both domestic and international clients.
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and adaptable to evolving priorities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: competitive salary + generous bonus structure.
• Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with full match after 6 months.
• Professional growth path into Project Manager role with increased travel and project ownership.

Work Environment

• Office located in Downtown Seattle, with modern amenities including a full gym, pickleball court, and lounge.
• Office-based four days per week, with travel to project sites as needed over t
• Professional but casual, family-style culture: entrepreneurial, collaborative, and detail-driven.