Brooksource is hiring: Assistant Construction Manager in Houston

Assistant Construction Manager – Transmission & Distribution

Onsite: Houston, TX

Overview

Brooksource is looking to hire directly with one of our Engineering clients for an Assistant Construction Manager position based in Houston, TX. This role will support large-scale projects across industries such as aviation, energy, commercial, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, power generation, transmission & distribution, and water. The Assistant Construction Manager will work closely with senior project leadership to support day-to-day management of project safety, quality, scheduling, cost control, procurement, and subcontractor coordination. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) and program management projects, while helping drive success across diverse, high-impact initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project leadership to ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost metrics are met across all phases of construction.
• Assist with risk reviews, project execution planning, and subcontractor/vendor management.
• Support the development of RFPs, contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Help manage site mobilization/demobilization, permitting, and materials logistics.
• Coordinate documentation, project reporting, invoicing, audits, and closeout.
• Partner with Superintendents and Site Managers to ensure compliance with safety, health, quality, and contractual requirements.
• Analyze and track labor, equipment costs, crew rates, and production rates to ensure project efficiency.
• Support onboarding, training, and workforce compliance for craft and field teams.
• Provide cost reporting, forecasting, earned value management, and change management support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of relevant construction experience required.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access).
• Experience with project management, scheduling, cost control, and document control software preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume project environments.
• Experience on construction project sites within industries such as aviation, commercial, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must meet company driving requirements.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive total rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Wellness programs and resources.
• Employee development and training opportunities.