Heavy Civil Assistant Project Manager

About the Company

The company is an

airport and concrete pavement preservation contractor

with a long-standing reputation for excellence in

airfield and infrastructure rehabilitation

. The firm specializes in

concrete pavement repair, preservation, and reconstruction

for airports and major transportation clients across the U.S.

As part of its strategic expansion, the company is preparing to

establish a Texas-based presence

to support a significant

$20 million airport pavement project at DFW Airport

. With an entrepreneurial culture, a stable backlog of airport-related work, and direct leadership access, this opportunity offers career-building potential for professionals eager to grow with a contractor entering an exciting new regional market.

About the Position

The

Assistant Project Manager (APM)

will play a key role supporting the execution of a large-scale airport pavement project at DFW Airport. Working closely with the Project Manager and company leadership, the APM will assist with project documentation, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, cost tracking, and field communications.

This position is ideal for an

up-and-coming construction professional

with experience or exposure to

airport, concrete paving, or heavy civil work

who wants to gain hands-on project management experience and advance into a leadership position as the company expands its Texas operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in overseeing day-to-day project operations and subcontractor activities.
• Assist in the development of project schedules, budgets, and work plans.
• Coordinate material procurement, equipment logistics, and field documentation.
• Track progress, prepare reports, and maintain accurate project records.
• Support compliance with FAA/DOT specifications and safety standards.
• Assist in preparing RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project closeout documentation.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, inspectors, and field teams.
• Contribute to the establishment of local processes and systems for future regional projects.

Requirements

• 1–5 years of experience
• in heavy civil, airport, or concrete paving construction (internship experience considered).

Exposure to

• FAA or DOT project requirements
• preferred.
• Working knowledge of
• construction scheduling, documentation, and field coordination
• .
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a
• fast-paced, field-oriented environment
• with multiple stakeholders.
• Must be based in or willing to
• relocate to the Dallas–Fort Worth area
• .

A

• degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• preferred but not required.

Benefits

Base Salary

$90,000 – $100,000 (commensurate with experience)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• with company contribution
• Career advancement opportunities
• with visibility to ownership
• Potential for future leadership in the Texas division as the company expands
• Hands-on exposure to
• airport construction and concrete pavement operations