Assistant Project Manager – Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

About KDW

KDW is a fully integrated design-build firm delivering commercial, industrial, and food-processing facilities from concept through completion. As a single-source partner for design, engineering, and construction, we move faster and take greater ownership of outcomes than a traditional general contractor. Our people are entrepreneurial, accountable, and committed to building beyond expectations for our clients.

Position Summary

KDW is seeking an Assistant Project Manager based in the Austin metropolitan area to support the successful delivery of commercial design-build projects. Working closely with the Project Manager, the APM manages project documentation, schedules, budgets, submittals, and subcontractor coordination while developing toward a Project Manager role. This position requires a minimum of three years of experience with a degree in construction management or engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in the day-to-day execution of commercial design-build projects
• Regularly and thoroughly communicate relevant information among all stakeholders, including clients, designers, subcontractors, and field teams
• Assist in developing and maintaining the master project schedule
• Support project budget setup and complete budget revisions on a timely basis
• Manage submittals and shop drawings
• Manage change orders, including timely submission and collection
• Process owner and subcontractor billings on a timely basis and track owner payments
• Develop a working knowledge of owner and subcontractor contract language
• Support procurement and logistics so materials arrive on schedule
• Complete and deliver project closeout documents within contract requirements
• Build and maintain strong client satisfaction and rapport with project teams
• Demonstrate proficiency with project management software and tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of experience with a commercial general contractor or design-build firm
• Must currently reside in the Austin metropolitan area
• Working knowledge of project management software; Timberline/Sage/Autodesk Forma experience a plus
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with initiative and a desire to grow into a Project Manager role

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Annual performance-based incentive plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development within a growing design-build organization

Please email your resume specifying which position you are interested in to jobs@kdw.com to apply.

Please Note: KDW does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. All resumes must be submitted through established recruiting agreements.