Assistant Project Manager

About Us

Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah;
Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada.

Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables.

Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

Probst Electric is a leader in providing energy infrastructure solutions, covering high- and low-voltage transmission, distribution, underground utilities, renewable energy, design-build electrical work, and communications installations.

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will support Project Managers in planning, executing, monitoring, and closing out electrical infrastructure projects. You will help coordinate between field operations, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Pre-Construction

• Assist in reviewing drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Help develop project schedules, budgets, and resource plans in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Prepare scopes of work, bid packages, and subcontractor/vendor solicitations.
• Assist in cost estimating and tracking of potential change orders.
• Set up project files, documentation structure (e.g. submittals, RFIs, permits).

Execution & Coordination

• Liaise between field crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments to coordinate project activities.
• Track procurement and delivery of materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Monitor project progress, update schedule look-ahead, and flag potential issues.
• Assist in evaluating and processing change orders, RFI responses, and submittal review.
• Attend project meetings (OAC, site coordination, safety) and document meeting minutes and action items.
• Maintain project documentation: progress reports, logs (RFIs, submittals, change orders), daily reports.

Monitoring, Controls & Reporting

• Assist in cost tracking, budget variance analysis, and forecasting.
• Help ensure timely billing and payment of subcontractors/vendors.
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits, compliance, and closeout.
• Support quality control and compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare project closeout deliverables: as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, punch lists.

Support & Development

• Support Project Manager with ad hoc tasks, spanning administrative, coordination, or technical work.
• Continuously learn about electrical infrastructure, materials, codes, and construction methods.
• Participate in training, safety programs, and professional development.

Education & Background

• Bachelor’s degree (e.g. Construction Management) or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience (1–3+ years) in construction or electrical infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Exposure to utility, transmission, distribution, or renewable energy projects is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with project management software or document control platforms (e.g. Procore, MS Project, Primavera) is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with ability to foresee issues and propose mitigations.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Physical / Field Requirements

• 100% Travel Required
• Walking in construction zones, climbing, and navigating uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift light to moderate items (e.g. documents, small…