Assistant Project Manager

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

Position Overview

The Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of projects to ensure successful completion within established timelines, budgets, and quality standards. This role works closely with project managers, field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and customers to support daily project operations, documentation, scheduling, communication, and resource management. The position requires strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with managing daily project activities to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.
• Support project managers with planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination of project operations and resources.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, progress reports, and operational performance metrics.
• Coordinate communication between internal departments, field personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and customers.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining project documentation, reports, contracts, schedules, submittals, and correspondence.
• Support procurement activities, material tracking, and inventory coordination to maintain project efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, contractual requirements, and operational procedures.
• Assist with resolving project-related issues, operational challenges, and customer concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, inspections, and progress reviews as needed.
• Support budgeting, expense tracking, forecasting, and project cost control activities.
• Monitor quality standards and assist with implementing process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to project progress, materials, schedules, and financials.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure effective workflow, communication, and task completion.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and customer service excellence throughout project operations.
• Assist with onboarding, training, and supporting project staff as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of project coordination, construction or operational processes, and administrative procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software or systems.
• Ability to analyze project schedules, budgets, reports, and operational data accurately.
• Strong attention to detail,…