Assistant Project Manager

RRC (Ruiz Recruiting & Consulting) is a premier national search firm bridging the gap between top-tier talent and innovative organizations, from high-growth startups to the Fortune 500.

We are seeking a versatile Assistant Project Manager to lead specialized, high-velocity projects that bridge the gap between pre-construction strategy and field operations. This is a high-visibility role designed for a cost-conscious engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will manage a diverse portfolio of specialized infrastructure projects with rapid 90-to-120 day delivery cycles.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating & Pre-Con: Lead the bidding process, performing quantity take-offs and cost-engineering to ensure competitive and profitable wins.

• Operational Execution: Transition seamlessly into the field to manage subcontractors, scheduling, and project logistics.

• Specialized Scope: Oversee technical work including Class I Rail infrastructure, subsurface structural engineering, and industrial transit solutions.

• P&L Accountability: Act as the bridge between the budget and the build, ensuring every project meets strict financial and safety milestones.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience: 3+ years in Heavy Civil, Industrial, or Heavy Highway construction.

• The "Cost" Mindset: A strong background in Cost Engineering or Estimating is essential.

• Technical Knowledge: Direct experience in Deep Foundations or Shoring systems is highly preferred, though we will train a high-performing engineer with strong civil fundamentals.

• Drive: Someone who prefers variety and "fast wins"—managing multiple short-duration projects rather than one multi-year mega-project.

Why Join This Firm?

• Stability & Scale: The backing of a major national parent company with a multi-billion dollar backlog.

• Autonomy: A culture that empowers APMs to make decisions and run their projects like a business.

• Elite Benefits: Best-in-class health coverage and a retirement package that leads the industry.

• Growth: A proven track record of promoting from within—this role is a direct pipeline to Senior Project Management.

RRC is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.