Assistant Project Manager (Owner’s Representative)

Overview

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team.NV5’s Project Delivery Services, a part of Buildings & Program Management, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support Owner’s Representative services on design and construction projects. Working under the direction of a Project Manager, this role provides exposure to all phases of project delivery while supporting successful outcomes for clients.

This is a hybrid position based in Denver, CO or Jupiter, FL, with periodic travel to project sites required. 

Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Owner’s Representation

• Support the Project Manager in serving as an Owner’s Representative and trusted advisor to NV5 clients.
• Assist with client communications, coordination efforts, and follow-up to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Interface professionally with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams while representing NV5 standards and values.

Project Management & Delivery

• Support the Project Manager in day-to-day project execution including planning, design coordination, bidding, construction oversight, and closeout.
• Assist with monitoring project scope, schedule, and budget in alignment with approved parameters.
• Coordinate routine project activities including task tracking, meeting preparation, and documentation of decisions and action items.

Design & Construction Support

• Assist with design coordination efforts, including tracking deliverables and consolidating review comments.
• Participate in construction meetings, site observations, and contractor coordination activities.
• Assist in reviewing and processing RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and contract documents.
• Support quality assurance reviews and contribute to project risk mitigation efforts.

Project Controls & Financial Support

• Monitor and maintain project budgets, including tracking commitments, expenditures, and forecasting cost impacts.
• Support financial oversight activities such as cost tracking, change log maintenance, and pay application review.
• Assist with schedule tracking, reporting updates, and refinement of internal project controls.

Regulatory, Permitting & Documentation Oversight

• Support permitting and regulatory coordination activities, including tracking submissions with Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Organize and maintain project files, logs, reports, and decision records in accordance with team standards.

Closeout, Occupancy & Transition

• Support project closeout activities including punch list tracking, closeout documentation, and final inspections.
• Assist with organization and turnover of warranties and record documents.

Internal Support & Professional Development

• Support internal project performance through document management, reporting support, and financial tracking.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and senior staff to improve delivery efficiency and best practices.
• Demonstrate initiative and commitment to professional growth within NV5.
• Limited travel is required to pursue new opportunities and meet project-specific requirements.

What Success Looks Like in the First 12 Months

• Successfully support projects through key milestones across design, construction, or closeout phases.
• Demonstrate reliability and attention to detail in financial tracking and project documentation.
• Build strong working relationships with Project Managers, clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Develop a solid understanding of Owner’s Representative responsibilities and NV5 delivery standards.
• Show readiness to take on increasing responsibility within project teams.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of experience supporting design and construction projects in an Owner’s Representative, general contractor, or construction management role.
• Experience assisting with financial oversight including budget tracking, pay application review, and change order evaluation.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, design phases, permitting, procurement, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with capital projects for public-sector or mission-critical facilities preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contractual documentation.

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $85,000- $110,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site. This role will remain open and accepting applications on our website until filled, or for at least 5 months since posting date.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.