Assistant Project Manager, Construction - San Jose

Description

The Assistant Project Manager will manage all phases of large-scale building renovations, capital improvements, tenant improvements, and maintenance projects, ensuring they stay within budget and schedule while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

• Oversee and manage the development of work scopes, bidding, project progress contract negotiations, permitting, and project close-out documentation for assigned capital improvements and tenant improvements at assigned properties.
• Create and oversee assigned budgets, pricing, and schedules, both planning and actual construction.
• Assist Leasing Department with pricing, negotiations and any other tenant issues and consult on pending lease deals.
• Inspect and review projects to ensure compliance with building and safety codes, regulations, and obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
• Assist in negotiations with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Assist in interpreting and explaining plans and contract terms to workers and clients, representing the owner.
• Assist Project Managers in conferring with tenants, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve work procedures, complaints, and construction issues.
• Ensure client satisfaction by providing prompt follow‑up on work orders for maintenance and meeting regularly with property managers and tenants.
• Create, update, and analyze detailed budgets, including payment approvals, budget tracking, and cash‑flow reports.
• Coordinate projects with property managers and building engineers.
• Review status of all projects with property managers and tenants regarding schedules, pricing, quality control, and contractor responsiveness.
• Coordinate with space planners for drawing distribution and timing.
• Update tracker with project status and schedule updates on a weekly basis.

Requirements

The role requires a range of physical activities, including standing, walking, climbing stairs, and occasional lifting of items weighing 25 pounds or more, as well as regular site tours across the property portfolio.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• PMP and/or LEED certification is preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience supporting commercial construction projects in a project management, construction management, or related role, including experience on the owner, developer, contractor, design, or facilities side.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of computers and software including MS Windows, Word, PowerPoint; proficient in MS Project and Excel.
• Technical knowledge of all aspects of commercial office building construction and strong working knowledge of California building requirements preferred; retail or restaurant construction experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential for collaborating with tenants, leasing, property management, engineering, and executives.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, stay focused, and meet deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.
• Ability to multitask, attend to detail, and provide excellent follow‑up.
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Benefits

Compensation is offered at $38.00 to $48.00 hourly, dependent on experience. Hudson Pacific Properties is a publicly traded REIT focused on tech and media tenants and is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance