What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Manager position at PARKHILL and Careers?
Overview:
Life at Parkhill
Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven experience, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you.
Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest with 14 offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Project Manager supports the delivery of large-scale, company-wide design and construction projects while operating within the Construction Phase Services & Construction Management team. This role assists senior project leaders in managing project scope, schedule, budget, and quality, providing exposure to all phases of capital project delivery across the organization. The APM coordinates consultants, contractors, and vendors, contributes to documentation and reporting, and supports field issue resolution to ensure projects are executed efficiently and to standard.
Life at Parkhill
At Parkhill, Building Community is the reason we exist. We invest in extraordinary people who love investing in their communities. We are more than planners, architects, and engineers — we are neighbors who choose to live and work in the communities we serve.
Increase your impact with our team of passionate collaborators. Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven experience, we invite you to discover a career path designed for you.
Parkhill is one of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the Southwest with 14 offices located throughout Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.
- Supports Project Managers in delivering Owner’s Representative services across all phases of the project lifecycle
- Assists with preconstruction activities including site evaluation, budgeting, scheduling, and procurement coordination
- Coordinates consultants, contractors, and vendors to maintain project momentum and alignment
- Tracks progress against project schedules, budgets, and milestones; supports preparation of cost reports and cash flow forecasts
- Reviews drawings, contracts, submittals, and change orders for accuracy and alignment with owner expectations
- Maintains project documentation such as meeting minutes, RFIs, submittals, and progress reports
- Attends and contributes to project meetings, representing owner interests alongside senior staff
- Assists in identifying risks and developing creative solutions to resolve issues in the field
- Supports move management, commissioning, and project closeout efforts
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field
- 2–5 years of relevant experience in project management or construction
- Knowledge of construction processes and project delivery methods
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Experience supporting public-sector, education, or civic projects, preferred
- Familiarity with project management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, or MS Project, preferred
- Professional certifications (PMP, CCM, DBIA) or in-progress credentials (CMIT, CACM, CAPM, Assoc. DBIA), preferred
Benefits and Perks
We offer a comprehensive benefits program that supports the whole person. Our benefits include:
- Life Balance: hybrid/flexible work schedules, flexible work environment, generous PTO, paid holidays.
- Investing in Your Future Growth: specialized training, continuing education, professional licensing, intern development programs, University of Parkhill.
- Competitive Benefits: Multiple health plan options, FSA for dependent care, HSA contributions, employer 401k contribution, employer-paid basic life, short/long term disability coverage, performance bonuses.
- Well-Being: mental health care, culture committees, wellness program, charitable giving match.