Assistant Project Manager (APM)

-Learn to manage medium sized projects from award through closeout
-Independently and without oversight be able to manage projects for up to $1MCommercial Casework Inc. (CCI) is a 50-year leader in high-end architectural millwork and custom cabinetry. We deliver complex interior projects; from fast-turn T&M work to full-scale campuses, for some of the most demanding clients in the Bay Area and beyond.

We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and growing. As we scale, we are hiring across multiple levels within our Project Management team. From Project Engineers (PEs), Assistant Project Managers (APMs), Project Managers (PMs), and Senior Project Managers (Sr. PMs).

This is an opportunity to step into a structured, high-performing environment with clear expectations, real ownership, and long-term upside.

How Our Team Is Structured
Our PM department is built around dedicated teams with clear roles, shared standards, and accountability:
• Project Engineers (PEs) are trained to assist project managers
• Assistant Project Managers (APMs) are trained to think and operate like PMs
• Project Managers (PMs) own projects end-to-end with full accountability
• Senior Project Managers (Sr. PMs) lead teams, mentor PMs/APMs, and drive performance across multiple projects
This structure allows us to:
• Deliver complex millwork projects efficiently
• Develop talent internally
• Create clear paths for advancement

What You’ll Do as an Assistant Project Manager (APM) -
You will support PMs while building the skills to take full project ownership.
• Assist with submittals, RFIs, shop drawing coordination, and procurement tracking
• Support budgeting, change orders, and billing processes
• Coordinate internally with Engineering, Purchasing, Production and Field teams
• Track schedules, deliveries, and install readiness
• Learn to manage medium sized projects from award through closeout
• Independently and without oversight be able to manage projects for up to $1M

Requirements
• 1–3+ years in APM, PM, or Project Coordinator role supporting commercial millwork projects, preferred.
• Exposure to submittals, RFIs, or project coordination
• Strong organization, communication, and willingness to learn

Technical Expectations
• Comfortable with Bluebeam, Procore (or similar), and Excel
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Strong coordination with architects, engineers, and field teams
• High attention to detail and finish quality
• Millwork experience is strongly preferred for PM and Sr. PM roles.

Compensation and Benefits
We offer level-based compensation (adjusted based on location and experience):
• APM: $95K – $125K

Additional compensation:
• Sign-on bonus
• Quarterly bonus: Approximately equal to 15-20% of base salary (annual)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 12% company contribution

Benefits:
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401K & Roth with company match
• 15–25 days PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Training reimbursement
• Gym stipend
• Cell phone allowance
• Auto allowance
• Childcare Reimbursement

Why CCI
• 100% employee-owned (ESOP); you share in the value you help create
• Open-book management with real financial transparency
• Union shop with strong field partnerships
• Complex, high-end projects without large GC bureaucracy
• Clear career growth from PE → APM → PM → Senior PM → Leadership

How to Apply - Submit your resume with a brief note describing:
• The types of projects you’ve worked on or supported
• Your level of ownership or involvement
• Why architectural millwork interests you
Candidates who include this will be prioritized.

Commercial Casework Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.