Multifamily Assistant Project Manager | Austin, TX

Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Our client is a well-established, privately held commercial construction firm with a reputation for operational excellence, strong client relationships, and a people-first culture. With substantial backlog, consistent growth, and industry-leading employee retention, the organization continues to deliver complex projects across multiple market sectors while investing heavily in employee development and career progression.

Reporting to the Project Manager and Senior Project Manager, the Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of a major ground-up multifamily/student housing project from preconstruction through closeout.

Assist in managing project budgets, contracts, change orders, and cost tracking

Support procurement efforts, including buyout activities and management of long-lead materials

Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to maintain schedule milestones

Assist with project documentation, reporting, RFIs, submittals, and contract administration

Participate in client meetings and project progress discussions

Partner closely with field leadership to ensure effective communication between office and jobsite teams

Support project controls while helping drive safety, quality, and schedule objectives

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

For the Assistant Project Manager - Commercial Construction we are seeking:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related construction discipline

Experience working for a General Contractor is required

2-6+ years of commercial construction experience in an Assistant Project Manager, Project Engineer, or similar project support role

Experience on multifamily, mixed-use, student housing, hospitality, healthcare, commercial, or high-rise projects preferred

Exposure to budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and project financials

Understanding of project scheduling and construction sequencing

Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, consultants, and trade partners

Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow

Demonstrated career stability and progressive responsibility

Passion for construction and desire to build a long-term career with a respected contractor

Preferred Qualifications:

Student housing experience

Multifamily or high-rise construction experience

Exposure to post-tension concrete structures

Experience working on large-scale ground-up projects

Texas project experience

Opportunity to work on a landmark student housing development with a nationally recognized client

Direct mentorship from experienced Project Managers and Superintendents

Long-term growth opportunities within a company known for promoting from within

Performance-based bonus program tied to individual achievement

Strong project backlog providing long-term stability and career development

Collaborative culture where project management and field operations work as equal partners

Opportunity to participate in future projects across multiple sectors and geographic markets

Optional travel opportunities for employees interested in long-term project assignments

Interested? Apply today.