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Hodess

Assistant Project Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

The Assistant Project Manager is pivotal in coordinating resources, communicating with stakeholders and monitoring project progress through completion. MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES Project ...

trimarkusa

Senior Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

Project Management: * Manage projects through all phases, including initial set-up, purchasing ... specific questions. * Assist other Project Coordinators when scheduling conflicts arise.

trimarkusa

Senior Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

Project Management: * Manage projects through all phases, including initial set-up, purchasing ... specific questions. * Assist other Project Coordinators when scheduling conflicts arise.

trimarkusa

Senior Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

Project Management: * Manage projects through all phases, including initial set-up, purchasing ... specific questions. * Assist other Project Coordinators when scheduling conflicts arise.

Motive Energy

Project Coordinator

Tustin, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

The Project Coordinator provides administrative and organizational support to Project Managers in the planning and delivery of renewable energy installation projects, including commercial solar ...

Motive Companies

Project Coordinator

Tustin, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

The Project Coordinator provides administrative and organizational support to Project Managers in the planning and delivery of renewable energy installation projects, including commercial solar ...

TriMark

Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$22.60 - $26.93/hr

Manage projects through all phases, including initial set-up, purchasing, customer communication ... specific questions. * Assist other Project Coordinators when scheduling conflicts arise.

Balfour Beatty

ASST PROJECT MGR ( YTC)

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$105K - $125K/yr

Preconstruction Coordination * Project Scheduling * Project Administration, Operations, and Close-out * Promote Customer and Community Relations * Foster Positive Culture, Leadership and Employee ...

trimarkusa

Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

... * Assist in resolving operational problems and identifying opportunities for process improvement. * Provide support to other Project Coordinators as needed to manage schedule conflicts. Customer ...

trimarkusa

Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA

... * Assist in resolving operational problems and identifying opportunities for process improvement. * Provide support to other Project Coordinators as needed to manage schedule conflicts. Customer ...

Visioneering Studios

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Construction Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

The Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This position works closely with ...

Hughes Marino

Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Support project managers with meeting coordination, agenda preparation, and meeting minutes distribution * Assist with the collection, verification, and consolidation of cost and schedule data for ...

Wallace P Johnson Plumbing &

Project Manager

Colton, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Required Skills, Experience & Character You Have: · 1-3 years minimum prior experience as a Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager in commercial plumbing ...

Hughes Marino

Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Support project managers with meeting coordination, agenda preparation, and meeting minutes distribution * Assist with the collection, verification, and consolidation of cost and schedule data for ...

Hughes Marino

Project Coordinator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Support project managers with meeting coordination, agenda preparation, and meeting minutes distribution * Assist with the collection, verification, and consolidation of cost and schedule data for ...

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How much do assistant project manager project coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant project manager project coordinator in Riverside, CA is $76,225.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,800.00 and $91,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Project Manager Project Coordinator vs Project Scheduler?

AspectAssistant Project Manager Project CoordinatorProject Scheduler
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or related field; certifications like CAPM or PMP are commonOften requires a degree in project management, engineering, or related; certifications like PMI-SP or PMP are advantageous
Work EnvironmentWorks closely with project teams, clients, and vendors; involved in planning, coordination, and communicationFocuses on developing and maintaining project schedules; collaborates with project managers and teams to track progress
Industry UsageCommonly used in construction, engineering, and IT projectsPrimarily used in construction, manufacturing, and large-scale engineering projects

While both roles support project execution, the Assistant Project Manager Project Coordinator handles broader coordination and communication tasks, whereas the Project Scheduler specializes in creating and managing project timelines. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Coordinator, you need strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business, management, or a related field. Familiarity with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Asana, or Trello, as well as knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile or PMP certification, is typically important. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help you effectively support project delivery and coordinate among diverse stakeholders. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

What does an Assistant Project Manager or Project Coordinator do?

An Assistant Project Manager or Project Coordinator supports the planning, execution, and completion of projects within an organization. Their responsibilities often include coordinating tasks, managing schedules, communicating with team members, preparing reports, and ensuring that project goals are met on time and within budget. They work closely with project managers to track progress, identify potential issues, and help resolve them. These roles are essential for maintaining organization and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.

How do Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators typically balance multiple projects and deadlines?

Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators often work on several projects at once, requiring careful prioritization and organization. They rely on project management tools, regular status meetings, and clear communication with team members to track progress and address potential bottlenecks. Balancing deadlines involves coordinating schedules, promptly addressing issues, and ensuring stakeholders are updated. This dynamic environment cultivates strong multitasking abilities and resilience, which are essential for career growth in project management roles.
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Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager

California Waters

Yorba Linda, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

California Waters is one of Orange County's fastest growing Engineering and Specialty Construction firms specializing in commercial recreational aquatic design and construction. Applicants for this position shall possess a learning mindset and eagerness to grow in a supervisory construction capacity overseeing one of the following trades: aquatics to include water features, mechanical or industrial plumbing systems or other similar trades. The candidate should have a good understanding in survey, earthwork, structure reinforcement, concrete, shotcrete, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, waterproofing and the installation of various architectural finishes.
    • ESSENTIAL DUTIES WILL LIKELY INCLUDE

Within the first 30 days:
        • Learns California Water's internal departments, mission, purpose, current markets, business processes, design standards, build and maintenance processes.
        • Completes Cal Osha 10 Training (if such training has not already been completed).
        • Completes CPR/First Aid Training (if such training has not been completed in the past two years).
        • Partners with the President/Project Management Teams to become familiar with our internal construction processes, work we self-perform versus work we subcontract.
        • Introduces himself/herself and starts to build a relationship with the Subcontractors we typically work with on every project.
        • Learns and abides by our Company's Quality Control Construction Guidelines.
        • Shadows a Project Manager for the first 30 days on their projects in order to learn our Project Management pre-construction/construction/close-out processes.
        • Meets and develop rapport with: Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Superintendents, Construction Personnel, Accounting, Purchasing, Warehouse, Engineering, Estimating and Service departments.
        • Visits each jobsite on a weekly/monthly basis to inspect the work performed to date, become familiar with the projects, tradesman and their capabilities.
        • Learns to effectively use programs including MS Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel, Fieldwire, Foundationsoft, and adobe.
        • Learns how to enter a budget, change order, and purchase request into Foundationsoft, our Accounting and Project Management system.
        • Learns our internal cost coding process and how to run job cost reports, change order reports per project, and be able to navigate the PM job center.
        • Learns how to set up a new job in Fieldwire, update plans, RFI's, project schedule, etc.
        • Learns our submittal process and can put together submittal packages for public work projects, private projects both designed and design-build.Learns our RFI process.

By 90 days and ongoing:
      • Oversee 2 or more new projects from the pre-construction kick off meeting.
        By 90 days, has successfully began (1) new project and has closed out (1) existing project.
      • Can complete the procurement process in an orderly manner per the processes and standards set by the Company.
      • Can put together a project schedule understanding the scope of work, time frames to complete the work and the critical path of the work to be performed.
      • Can review/mark-up scope of works/exclusions on contracts.
      • Can create a schedule of values.
      • Can identify long lead procurement items and understand how they might affect the construction schedule.
      • Can perform take-offs to include rough-in plumbing, equipment, equipment room mechanical, rebar, white goods, light fixtures, etc.
      • Gather multiple subcontract bids for review/approval on each project.
      • Can set up new subcontract agreements / SPO's for various trades per the Company's standard processes.
      • Meets once a month with Leadership to review/discuss last month's project financials (job costing), WIP, KPI's, change orders, subcontractor/vendor issues/constraints, RFI's affecting the project.
      • Begins to "Manage up" and looks at the big picture to identify problems and to identify issues ahead of time and brings to the attention of the President and Project Management team.
      • Performs local job walks at least weekly and spends time in the field, reviews photos and videos of remote jobs daily, communicates with each Project Superintendent on a daily basis.
      • Ensures changes in work and RFI's are communicated between Project Superintendents and Project Management on a routine basis.
      • Has started building solid relationships with Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Presidents, Project Superintendents, Field teams, Accounting, Purchasing, Warehouse, Engineering, Estimating and Service departments.
      • Follows up on promises and is seen as a trusted assistant Project Manager, bringing new ideas for process improvements.
      • Asks fewer questions but when faced with a customer needs or questions that have not been dealt with before, finds the needed information.
      • Shows competence in using Foundation and Fieldwire.
      • Ensures monthly billings are submitted accurately to Accounting by project deadlines including billable change orders.

6 months and ongoing:
      • Learns California Pool Code, California Electrical Code, California Structural Code.
      • Brings new ideas to improve trainings and address weaknesses in Project Management and Project Superintendent's and Foreman. He/she is humble and displays a can-do attitude to improve skills and knowledge in his team.
      • Fully understands the California Waters construction process, its strengths and weaknesses and has developed a plan to remedy the weaknesses including recruitment and/or subcontracting out certain types of work.
      • Is independent in role, showing an in-depth understanding of how to manage the construction of water features and swimming pools (both public and private works), and successfully navigates proposed client meetings, imparting technical knowledge in a professional manner.
      • Learns California Waters splash pad, swimming pool and spa design standards and calculations for design/build projects.
      • Oversee the closeout of at least 1 project following the California Waters closeout process.
      • Learns the DIR Prevailing Wage project requirements including the apprenticeship standards and is able to communicate with the Accounting staff when different trades are required and when Subcontractors are to commence performing work on a jobsite.
      • Can put together profitable change order requests.

9 -12 months and ongoing:
  • Can handle managing multiple projects with monthly billings exceeding $750k per month without compromising quality and profit margins.
  • Has implemented strategic plan initiatives to improve construction processes, safety and communication. Documents strategy, sharing it with internal teams, giving action items to key employees and has metrics in place to measure its success.
  • Has began working with our Safety Consultant and has developed Safety trainings for tradesmen and internal teams to be conducted on a monthly basis.

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business a plus or a combination of experience and education.
  • Ability to effectively utilize computer skills working with various programs including MS Outlook, Word, Teams, Excel, Fieldwire, Foundationsoft, Adobe, throughout each construction project.
  • Proven ability to read and understand project plans and specifications
    Proven ability to show a sense of urgency and rapidly respond to customer inquiries
  • Knowledge of general contracting and sub-contracting processes, terms, methods and scheduling
  • Experience in managing a team, creating strategy and holding team members accountable for deliverables.

We offer a casual atmosphere with a driven agenda for quality, where excellence is rewarded with advancement and compensation.
      • Paid vacation days, sick days and holidays.
      • 401(K) with up to 8% Company match.
      • Medical, dental and vision plans.
      • Company-paid life insurance, and more.

Please apply with your resume for a confidential review and response to qualified candidates. Mandatory background check, drug and physical screening post offer.Thank you for your interest. California Waters is an EOE.

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