Assistant Project Manager | Development

EPD Solutions, Inc • Irvine, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Development and Construction Department and contributes to the company’s daily operations and overall success. The role assists the Project Manager across all phases of assigned projects, coordinating project tasks, documentation, schedules, stakeholders, contracts, and deliverables. The position calls for someone willing to learn, take on new responsibilities, and seek solutions to complex issues while working independently and reliably. Strong communication, organization, task management, and professionalism under deadline pressure are important.

Requirements

• Two to four years of experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field are preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience is required.
• Experience reading technical reports, construction and design drawings, and municipal codes is required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively.
• Proven interpersonal skills, particularly communication and emotional intelligence.
• Interest in learning all aspects of development and construction, including CEQA and technical studies.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with development-related software such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, and/or Bluebeam is required.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Two to four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in all phases and aspects of assigned projects.
• Review project documentation and reporting thoroughly to understand project requirements.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, identify project risks, and communicate those risks.
• Understand and communicate the CEQA process and incorporate CEQA tasks into project schedules.
• Facilitate client-facing meetings and identify necessary follow-up actions.
• Understand technical studies, jurisdictional requirements and comments, conditions of approval, and mitigation measures.
• Prioritize deliverables across multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Understand project description components and identify and correct inaccuracies.
• Develop and maintain jurisdictional relationships to support project success.
• Mentor and delegate tasks to junior associates, including coordinators and senior coordinators.
• Coordinate project task completion with key team members across the company.
• Maintain consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project life cycle.
• Assist with tracking and coordinating contracts, including the subconsultant bid process, and anticipate change orders.
• Uphold EPD core values in everyday interactions with internal and external partners.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off, including PTO, several holidays, and the week between Christmas and New Year's.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level