Industrial Field Engineer​/Assistant Project Manager

Industrial Field Engineer/Assistant Project Manager

The Jamar Company is a solution‑focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. Jamar delivers dependable, industry‑leading results fueled by innovation, safety, and field leadership. Our diverse, collaborative, and people‑centered culture encourages new ideas, values relationships, and strives to make a positive impact in the communities we serve. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that diverse perspectives lead to the best solutions.

At The Jamar Company, we don’t just build commercial and industrial projects — we build momentum, innovation, and lasting partnerships. As an Industrial Field Engineer/Assistant Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in bringing projects to life, blending hands‑on field involvement with technical support.

You’ll help shape projects from the ground up—supporting estimating, scheduling, document control, material planning, and on‑site coordination—all while ensuring safety and quality remain front and center. This fast‑paced, collaborative role puts you in constant connection with field teams, customers, and project leaders as you help keep work moving smoothly and efficiently.

If you thrive in environments where ideas are shared freely, challenges spark creativity, and learning never stops, you’ll find your place here. This is your opportunity to grow your skill set, contribute meaningfully, and make a real impact on the work we deliver and the communities we serve.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
To successfully perform this role, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements outlined below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of all required company and customer safety standards, and consistently uphold them in all aspects of the job.
• Prepare bid packages along with necessary project documentation such as purchase orders, submittals, and related paperwork.
• Develop project schedules, submittals, material lists, and accurate as‑built drawings to support project planning and execution.
• Assist in assembling cost estimates and contributing to the preparation of project proposals.
• Perform document control responsibilities in alignment with onsite policies and procedures, including generating and tracking RFIs, managing submittals, and supporting field personnel with timely document flow. Assist with documentation and progress tracking throughout the project lifecycle, including billings, WIPs, and other financial/progress metrics.
• Research and interpret technical engineering information to ensure all work complies with applicable engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design requirements.
• Support the evaluation of potential field issues and help develop practical solutions, escalating to the Project Manager or Superintendent for final review and documentation as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with field crews, other trades, and customers to ensure smooth coordination and communication across project activities.
• Provide support during all phases of the project and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

Education & Experience:

• Technical or undergraduate degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field of study,
  OR two years or more of related experience supporting industrial, commercial, or service projects.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities to meet established deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with team members and customers.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude and advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), MS Project, and familiarity with iPad/iPhone tools.
• A strong desire to master construction concepts and develop effective project…