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Assistant Project Manager – Finish Carpentry (North Hollywood)
compensation:
35+ DOE
employment type:
full-time
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Assistant Project Manager – Finish Carpentry
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We are an established, growing architectural millwork and finish carpentry company based in North Hollywood, specializing in custom doors, architectural woodwork, wall paneling, and detailed installations on high-end residential projects throughout Los Angeles. We value craftsmanship, accountability, teamwork, and professional development.
We are seeking a motivated, organized individual with practical finish carpentry knowledge who is ready to grow into project management. This is a hands-on development opportunity working alongside experienced Project Managers and field leaders.
Formal PM experience is helpful but not required; familiarity with the trade is essential.
Key Responsibilities
• Project Planning & Field Coordination: Assist with work plans, weekly priorities, crew scheduling, and clear written task lists
before work begins.
• Drawings & Technical Documentation: Read architectural and shop drawings; help prepare marked-up plans, sketches,
dimensions, installation details, and material lists for field crews.
• Field Verification: Participate in jobsite walks, verify measurements and readiness, and flag conflicts with site conditions or
other trades before installation.
• Communication & Teamwork: Coordinate with Project Managers, Lead Carpenters, shop personnel, General Contractors, and
vendors; provide timely updates and follow through on assigned tasks.
• RFIs & Problem Solving: Identify missing details, help draft and track RFIs, and escalate unresolved issues early.
• Change Documentation: Record field changes, approvals, revised instructions, and potential impacts to cost or schedule for PM
review.
• Document Control: Maintain current project information, drawing revisions, meeting notes, and task tracking in Asana, Google
Drive, and other company systems.
• Project Readiness: Help confirm materials, hardware, drawings, access, and preceding trade work are ready before crews
mobilize.
• Learning & Development: Shadow senior team members, attend project meetings and site walks, and progressively take
ownership of defined project scopes.
Minimum Qualifications
• Trade Knowledge Required: Practical knowledge or experience in finish carpentry, architectural millwork, cabinetry, or a
closely related installation trade is required; this is not an entry-level introduction to the trade.
• Construction Fundamentals: Familiarity with trade terminology, common materials and hardware, installation methods, jobsite
operations, and construction sequencing (including coordination with drywall, flooring, paint, and other trades).
• Technical Knowledge: Ability to read basic architectural plans, details, dimensions, and finish schedules, with willingness to
improve technical drawing skills.
• Dependability & Organization: Strong organization, written communication, punctuality, and follow-through; comfortable
working both in an office and on active jobsites.
• Digital Proficiency: Comfort with digital files, email, and task tracking; Asana and Google Workspace experience is a plus.
• Experience as a lead carpenter, foreman, project coordinator, or assistant PM is a plus, but candidates with strong trade
experience and demonstrated organizational skills are encouraged to apply.
What Success Looks Like
You prepare ahead, ask questions early, document decisions, and help field teams arrive with clear instructions and the right information. You accept coaching, take ownership of assigned deliverables, and build trust through consistent communication and follow-through.
Training & Growth Path
Work alongside experienced Project Managers with structured coaching, jobsite exposure, and increasing responsibility. As planning, communication, technical judgment, and follow-through develop, progress toward independently managing smaller projects and eventually a full Project Manager role. Advancement depends on demonstrated performance and business needs.
Schedule & Benefits
Schedule: Full-time, office-based in North Hollywood, with regular visits to project jobsites throughout the Los Angeles area.
Benefits: Medical insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid sick leave, and other company-sponsored benefits, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
Hiring Process: This is a confidential employer posting. Company details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. Please apply through the job platform; no recruiter or agency inquiries.
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