Assistant Project Manager

Murray Company Mechanical Contractors•Newbury Park, CA

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

Come grow with us... At Murray Company, how we operate is defined by shared values that are 100 years in the making - Safety, Quality, Honesty, Hard Work and Pride of Ownership. These values have led to our company consistently being in the top 15% on ENRs Best Specialty Contractor’s list. Bring your enthusiasm and unique perspective to Murray Company where you will have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. Join a team that cares about helping you thrive and succeed. You'll work alongside talented colleagues while establishing lifelong friendships and making a difference in our company and the specialty contracting community. Position Summary The Assistant Project Manager (APM) within our Advanced Technologies group partners closely with the Project Manager to ensure mechanical projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality. This role is responsible for project scheduling, cost tracking, subcontractor management, project documentation and mentorship of Project Engineers. The ideal candidate will have deep project experience in one or more of the following areas: plumbing, HVAC / sheet metal, process piping, or mechanical systems. Location : Regional office in Newbury Park, CA with anticipated travel to designated project sites in and around the greater metropolitan area.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of prior experience as a project engineer, or project manager at a mechanical contractor.
Advanced plumbing, HVAC, process or industrial product and equipment knowledge.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to track budgets, schedules, and project deliverables.
Clear communication skills for working with teams, subcontractors, and clients.
Familiarity with mechanical construction codes, contracts, and project delivery methods.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high-purity process piping, cleanrooms, and/or tool install a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of project schedules, budgets, and manpower plans.
Monitor labor, material, and equipment costs, and preparing progress and cost reports.
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of work and materials.
Support field supervision in resolving issues, addressing schedule conflicts, and maintaining productivity.
Prepare, process, and track change orders, billings, and other project-related documentation.
Assist with procurement, equipment buyout, and subcontractor agreements.
Ensure all project documentation is accurate, organized, and maintained for project closeout.
Participate in project meetings and prepare agendas, minutes, and follow-up action items.
Support compliance with company safety standards and jobsite safety programs.
Develop strong working relationships with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Mentor Project Engineers and support project team development.
Perform additional duties as assigned.