The MEP Assistant Project Manager will coordinate project activities, support engineering tasks, maintain documentation, and facilitate communication between teams to ensure successful project delivery.
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
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Autodesk Build
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GHJ Los Angeles, California, USA Office
700 S. Flower St., Suite 3300, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90017
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