Assistant Construction Project Manager

LG Contracting

Now Hiring: Assistant Project Manager – Construction

Location: Fort Worth, Texas Area
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Construction Operations / Project Management
Reports To: Project Manager / Company Ownership

Position Overview

LG Contracting is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated Assistant Project Manager to join our construction team.

LG Contracting specializes in commercial and residential construction, including ground-up construction, renovations, and healthcare facility improvements.

The ideal candidate will have experience in construction administration, contract preparation, accounts receivable, subcontractor coordination, and project financial management.

This position requires an individual who can manage multiple responsibilities, maintain accurate documentation, communicate professionally with clients and subcontractors, and support the successful completion of construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Preparation and Administration

• Prepare and draft owner/client construction contracts and subcontractor agreements.
• Prepare purchase orders, subcontractors' change orders (SCOs), and owner change orders.
• Review contracts for accuracy, scope of work, pricing, and payment terms.
• Track contracts and obtain required signatures and approvals.
• Maintain organized contract records and project documentation.

Accounts Receivable and Client Billing

• Prepare and submit client invoices, progress billings, and payment applications.
• Manage Accounts Receivable and monitor outstanding balances.
• Follow up with clients regarding unpaid invoices and payment status.
• Track project payments, contract balances, change orders, and retainage.
• Coordinate with clients and lenders regarding billing and construction loan draws.

Subcontractor and Vendor Coordination

• Prepare and distribute subcontractor agreements and change orders.
• Collect W-9 forms, Certificates of Insurance (COIs), and required compliance documentation.
• Receive and review subcontractor and vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Verify invoices against contracts, purchase orders, and approved change orders.
• Track subcontractor billing and payment documentation.
• Obtain and maintain conditional and unconditional lien waivers.

Project Financial Administration

• Receive and review all project-related invoices, receipts, and expense documentation.
• Assign appropriate project numbers and cost codes to expenses.
• Submit coded invoices and supporting documentation to Accounts Payable.
• Assist with monitoring project budgets, expenses, and financial commitments.
• Identify and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate project financial records.

· Work with banks, lenders, and construction loan companies to provide required draw documentation and assist with timely project payments.

Project Coordination and Administrative Support

• Assist project managers and superintendents with daily project operations.
• Prepare, distribute, and track project submittals and RFIs.
• Coordinate communication between clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Maintain organized electronic project files.
• Assist with project schedules, deadlines, and documentation.
• Coordinate project closeout documentation, final billing, warranties, and lien waivers.
• Provide general office and administrative support as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional and dependable work ethic.
• Experience with contracts, invoicing, billing, or administrative financial processes.

Preferred

• At least one year of experience as an assistant project manager in commercial or residential construction.
• Experience preparing construction contracts and subcontractor agreements.
• Knowledge of Accounts Receivable, construction billing, and payment applications.
• Familiarity with construction cost coding, lien waivers, and retainage.
• Experience working with construction lenders and draw requests.
• Familiarity with construction project management or accounting software.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is proactive, dependable, and capable of taking ownership of assigned responsibilities. The successful candidate must be comfortable handling financial documentation, communicating with clients and subcontractors, and maintaining accuracy while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment
• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and residential construction projects
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Compensation and benefits: To be discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and relevant construction or administrative experience to the LG Contracting job ad.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person