Assistant Project Manager K-12 Construction

Our client is a trusted general contractor with a strong footprint in the K-12 education space, known for delivering high-quality school facilities across Texas. With decades of experience, they've built a reputation for being reliable, detail-oriented, and deeply collaborative with school districts and design teams. Candidates who take pride in building environments that serve students and communities will find this team mission-driven, organized, and full of long-term opportunity. APPLY WITHIN 48 HOURS TO BE CONSIDERED

Job Description

• Manage all phases of K-12 construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget goals are met.
• Drive coordination between field teams, subcontractors, architects, and school district stakeholders.
• Deliver safe, clean, and high-performing educational facilities in alignment with client expectations and district standards.
• Operate project schedules and budgets with precision, proactively resolving issues to avoid delays or cost overruns.
• Lead on-site teams, promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, reports, and communication logs to ensure transparency and project continuity.
• Run weekly meetings, walkthroughs, and quality control checks to keep construction on track and aligned with plans.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The Successful Candidate: The ideal candidate brings 3 + years of experience managing ground-up or renovation projects in the K-12 or public sector construction space. They have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, with strong knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and school district processes. They are highly organized, solutions-oriented, and thrive in fast-paced environments where communication and coordination are key. This person knows how to lead field teams, build trust with clients and subcontractors, and stay calm under pressure. A background working for a general contractor on educational projects, paired with strong scheduling, budgeting, and team leadership skills, will set them up for success.

What's on Offer

• 80,000K- 90,000K Base
• Full benefits
• 401K
• Allowance
• Bonus

Contact: Michelle Rodriguez

Quote job ref: JN-072025-6792194

Sector: Construction

Sub Sector: Project Manager

Industry: Property

Location: Houston

Contract Type: Permanent