Junior Construction Project Manager

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies.

Are you looking to build your career while making a meaningful impact on public education?

We are seeking a Junior Construction Project Manager to support facilities improvement projects throughout the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career construction professional to gain hands-on experience managing environmental remediation, renovation, and facilities improvement projects that directly impact schools and communities across Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and managing facilities construction, renovation, repair, and modernization projects.
• Review project requests, scopes of work, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with project management teams, maintenance staff, environmental consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Support project budgeting, funding requests, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor project schedules, labor charges, and overall project progress.
• Review consultant proposals and assist with cost evaluations and procurement activities.
• Coordinate asbestos abatement and lead remediation activities associated with school facility projects.
• Assist with contract administration, task orders, and project documentation.
• Review contractor submittals, daily reports, certified payroll records, and invoices.
• Participate in project meetings and help ensure environmental and safety requirements are properly communicated and documented.
• Support project closeout activities and maintain project tracking reports.

Requirements

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in construction project management, facilities project management, construction administration, project coordination, or a related field.
• Experience supporting projects through planning, construction, and closeout phases.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Studies, or a related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with K-12 school facilities, higher education facilities, public works, or government agency construction projects.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance, asbestos abatement, lead remediation, or environmental consulting projects.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices and Cal/OSHA requirements.
• Experience using Maximo or similar asset and work management systems.

Benefits

We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.

• Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
• Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
• Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
• Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
• 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
• Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
• Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000–$10,000 depending on level of hire
• Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
• Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
• Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
• Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles

Why Join Greenridge?

• Be part of trusted leader in delivering impactful public sector projects.
• Play a meaningful role in shaping safe, modern, high-quality school environments.
• Join a team of experienced professionals dedicated to public infrastructure excellence.

The Greenridge Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. W