Associate Project Manager - Construction

Associate Project Manager – Construction Tri Valley Striping LLC Fremont, CA / Bay Area $62,000–$78,000 per yearFull\-Time \| Hybrid / Mobile Build Your Career in Construction Project Management Tri Valley Striping is a rapidly growing pavement marking and roadway improvement contractor serving general contractors, developers, property owners, and municipalities across Northern California. Our projects include commercial developments, parking garages and parking lots, multifamily housing, roadway improvements, and public infrastructure. Since new ownership acquired the company in October 2025, Tri Valley Striping has been expanding its operations, customer base, field capabilities, and project management team to support continued growth. We are seeking a motivated Associate Project Manager who wants to build a long\-term career in construction project management and develop into a full Project Manager role. This is not a purely administrative position. You will work directly with our Project Manager, President, Operations team, estimators, administrative team, customers, general contractors, and field crews to help move projects from award through planning, scheduling, field execution, closeout, and billing. Initially, much of your responsibility will involve project coordination, pre\-planning, job setup, documentation, scheduling support, site visits, and follow\-through. As you learn our business and demonstrate your capabilities, you will begin taking ownership of smaller projects and developing toward a full Project Manager position. Flexible Work Environment This position offers a hybrid and mobile work environment, allowing team members to work effectively from multiple locations, including: Home office Project/job sites Company operations facility in Fremont Customer and project meetings While traveling between projects This is not a fully remote position. Being willing to visit jobsites and learn how our crews actually perform the work is an important part of becoming an effective Project Manager. Strong candidates should be comfortable managing responsibilities, communicating with teams, and staying organized while working in a mobile construction environment. Key ResponsibilitiesProject Setup \& Pre\-Planning Assist with coordinating projects from award through completion and billing Review construction plans, specifications, proposals, contracts, and project scope Set up new projects after award and organize project information Prepare job folders, scope summaries, work orders, and project documentation Confirm customer contacts, site access, working hours, phasing, scheduling requirements, and site readiness before mobilization Identify missing information and proactively obtain it from customers or internal team members Assist with planning labor, equipment, materials, and project sequencing Help ensure field operations have the information necessary to execute projects efficiently Project Coordination Support the Project Manager across multiple active projects Coordinate scheduling of crews, materials, equipment, and project activities with Operations Track project progress, timelines, open items, and deliverables Maintain project calendars, schedules, and project status information Communicate scheduling and project updates with customers and internal teams Follow up proactively on outstanding information and action items Attend job walks, project meetings, job starts, and final walkthroughs when needed Help identify issues before they result in delays, additional mobilizations, or unnecessary costs Field \& Operations Support Spend time in the field learning how our crews perform the work Develop an understanding of pavement striping, thermoplastic markings, signage, ADA improvements, layout, surface preparation, pavement maintenance, and related scopes Understand the roles of Project Management, Operations, Crew Leads, and field personnel Help identify jobsite conditions that could affect production, scheduling, quality, or cost Collect and organize job photos, field updates, quantities, and completion documentation Communicate field issues quickly and clearly so they can be resolved Change Orders \& Project Documentation Assist with submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation Help identify customer requests or field conditions that may fall outside the original project scope Gather photos, quantities, correspondence, and other supporting documentation for change orders Coordinate with Project Management and Estimating on pricing requests Maintain organized records of important project decisions and customer communication Project Financials, Closeout \& Billing Develop an understanding of project budgets, labor costs, job costing, and project profitability Assist with tracking project costs and performance Confirm project completion and track remaining punch\-list items Organize completion photos, quantities, approvals, and supporting documentation Make sure completed projects have the information necessary for timely billing Coordinate with accounting and administration to move completed work through closeout and invoicing Track outstanding documentation or approvals preventing projects from being closed and billed Communication \& Coordination A major part of this role is the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of a construction organization. The Associate Project Manager will regularly coordinate with: Field crews and laborers Foremen and Crew Leads Field Operations Project Managers Estimating and Sales Accounting and Administrative staff Customers and General Contractors Inspectors and other project stakeholders Company leadership Strong candidates will be able to clearly communicate project needs, schedules, priorities, and issues while building positive working relationships across both field and office teams. QualificationsRequired Strong organizational and communication skills Strong attention to detail and follow\-through Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities in a fast\-paced environment Comfortable communicating with both field and office personnel Comfortable communicating professionally with customers and general contractors Comfortable working independently while knowing when to escalate an issue Willingness to spend time on active construction jobsites Comfortable working in a mobile/hybrid environment Ability and willingness to learn construction plans, specifications, scopes, and project documentation Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and general cloud\-based technology Valid driver’s license Education Candidates should ideally have one of the following: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field; OR Associate’s degree/community college education in a related field; OR Relevant construction experience demonstrating the ability to succeed in the position Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates without a college degree who have relevant construction, project coordination, estimating, field, or project management experience are also encouraged to apply. Preferred Experience Experience in one or more of the following is preferred but not required: Construction project coordination Assistant or Associate Project Management Project Engineering General contractor or subcontractor operations Construction estimating Reading construction drawings and specifications Public works construction Commercial construction Heavy civil or general engineering construction Working for or with a General Engineering (Class A) contractor Coordinating field crews, materials, equipment, or subcontractors Spanish\-speaking or bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, particularly for communication and coordination with field crews Previous pavement marking or striping experience is not required. We can teach the technical aspects of our work. What Success Looks Like During your first several months, you will learn how Tri Valley Striping moves projects from award through completion and become increasingly responsible for project setup, coordination, documentation, and follow\-through. As you develop, you will begin managing smaller and less complex projects with oversight from our Project Manager. The goal is not for you to remain in a support role indefinitely. We want to develop someone who can eventually independently manage construction projects. A successful Associate Project Manager will become capable of: Setting up projects with limited supervision Reviewing scope and identifying missing information before mobilization Coordinating effectively between customers, Project Management, Operations, and field crews Managing smaller projects from scheduling through closeout Identifying potential change orders before extra work is performed Understanding how labor, equipment, production, and scheduling affect project profitability Keeping project documentation organized and current Making sure completed work moves quickly into billing Taking increasing ownership rather than waiting for every next step to be assigned Career Growth This role is specifically designed as a development position with strong advancement opportunities. Typical progression: Associate Project Manager → Project Manager → Senior Project Manager / Projects Manager → Operations Leadership High\-performing candidates may have the opportunity to advance to Project Manager within approximately 12–24 months, depending on performance, capability, and company growth. We are looking for someone who wants to take on increasing responsibility and grow with the company rather than perform the same responsibilities indefinitely. Compensation \& Benefits Base Salary: $62,000–$78,000 per year, depending on construction experience, project management experience, education, and demonstrated capabilities. Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) Paid time off Paid holidays Performance and advancement opportunities Additional Opportunity Candidates with significant construction project management experience who demonstrate the ability to independently manage projects may also be considered for a Project Manager position rather than the Associate Project Manager role. Why Join Tri Valley Striping? Tri Valley Striping is at a stage where talented people have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how the company operates and grows. You won’t be limited to one narrow function. You will gain exposure to estimating, project management, field operations, customer relationships, job costing, construction planning, and company leadership. You will work closely with experienced construction professionals while being given increasing responsibility as you demonstrate your capabilities. For someone who is motivated, organized, proactive, and interested in becoming a construction Project Manager, this position provides a direct opportunity to learn the entire project lifecycle and grow into managing projects independently. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $62,000–$78,000 per year Work Location: Hybrid/mobile – Fremont, CA and project sites throughout the Bay Area Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time Pay: $62,000\.00 \- $78,000\.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have a valid drivers license and reliable personal transportation to get to job sites and the office in Fremont? Experience: construction, business, engineering, or project management: 1 year (Preferred) Language: Spanish (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fremont, CA 94538