Assistant Project Manager (Advanced Tech)

Catamount Constructors•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Catamount’s Assistant Project Managers help oversee the financial success of the building process in partnership with architects, engineers, and owners. They support development of project plans, identify and plan project components, and help ensure projects are completed on budget and within scope. The role includes maintaining contract and project documentation, supporting procurement and scheduling, coordinating with owners and subcontractors, and leading communication across the project team. Catamount is a 100% employee-owned general contractor with projects across diverse markets and regions. The company describes its environment as a learning and mentoring culture that prioritizes work-life balance, community involvement, and opportunities to grow across project types and markets. This position offers a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance and project incentives, referral incentives, business development commissions, and a monthly car allowance.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks for oneself, the team, and projects.
Strong communication skills, including listening, presenting, interpersonal, and written communication.
Advanced mathematical and reasoning ability, and strong negotiation skills.
Minimum of 2 years of related experience with a general contractor preferred.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Construction Sciences, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and MS Project.
Experience with Procore, or the ability to learn it.
Experience using office equipment and Internet Explorer or similar internet tools.

Nice To Haves

Related experience with a general contractor.
A bachelor’s degree in Construction Sciences.

Responsibilities

Maintain a strong understanding of the contract from the beginning of the project.
Document project updates, maintain project logs, and record changes throughout construction.
Establish the purchasing plan and make timely decisions during the buyout process using negotiation skills.
Support the Superintendent, who is primarily responsible for the project schedule; post the monthly schedule and take appropriate action to maintain or improve it when possible.
Build and maintain relationships with the project owner, act on the owner's behalf, anticipate needs, and respond with urgency and in a timely manner.
Facilitate Owner, Architect, and Contractor meetings, including preparing agendas and minutes.
Submit owner pay applications accurately and on time.
Maintain open communication with subcontractors.
Review and approve subcontractor invoices and change orders, and process change orders as necessary.
Ensure conformity with contract documents and scope of work, and address underperformance when it arises.
Act as a project team leader and interact with and support everyone involved in the project.