Assistant Project Manager

Job Title:

Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

This role supports the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing heavy civil construction projects, with a focus on underground utilities and heavy highway work. The Assistant Project Manager helps ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality and safety standards while gaining hands-on experience that can lead to a future project management role and exposure to estimating.

Responsibilities

+ Assist the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing construction projects, particularly in heavy civil and underground utilities.

+ Help develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts using appropriate project management tools.

+ Monitor project progress, track key milestones, and prepare regular status reports for internal and external stakeholders.

+ Coordinate daily activities with subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.

+ Support field operations by collaborating closely with site teams to address day-to-day construction issues and constraints.

+ Prepare, process, and track Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and change orders to ensure accurate project documentation and timely responses.

+ Assist in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with design specifications and quality standards.

+ Help maintain compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and project-specific requirements, and support a strong safety culture on site.

+ Participate in project meetings, take detailed notes, and provide clear updates on project status, risks, and action items.

+ Support project coordination activities, including resource planning, material tracking, and schedule adjustments as needed.

+ Collaborate with clients and stakeholders in a professional manner, helping to build strong working relationships and representing the project team effectively.

+ Assist in resolving issues or conflicts that arise during the construction process by gathering information, proposing solutions, and coordinating with relevant parties.

+ Contribute to project documentation and record-keeping to ensure accurate and complete project files.

+ Engage in learning opportunities related to estimating and project management to support professional growth and prepare for increased responsibility.

Essential Skills

+ Field experience in heavy civil and underground utilities construction, typically 2-4 years.

+ Experience working with RFIs, submittals, and change orders on construction projects.

+ Strong communication skills, including experience interfacing with clients and project stakeholders.

+ Demonstrated ambition and desire to grow into a project management role.

+ Experience in project management and project coordination within the construction industry.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Project for scheduling and project planning.

+ Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

+ Ability to support multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced project environment.

+ Commitment to safety and adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in heavy highway construction projects.

+ Hands-on experience in field operations for underground utilities and heavy civil work.

+ Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore.

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Experience with HCSS software.

+ Knowledge of construction documentation processes, including RFIs, submittals, and change order workflows.

+ Interest in learning construction estimating and developing skills in cost analysis and bid preparation.

+ Ability to build effective working relationships with field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.

+ Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines.

Work Environment

This position operates in a mixed office and field environment, with approximately 70% of the time spent in the office and 30% in the field. In the office, the Assistant Project Manager works with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, HCSS, and construction management platforms like Procore to support scheduling, documentation, and coordination activities. Field work takes place on active heavy civil and underground utilities construction sites, where the role involves close collaboration with field crews, subcontractors, and suppliers.

The environment combines structured office-based planning and reporting with hands-on exposure to site conditions, providing a strong platform for professional growth into a project management role. Mileage reimbursement is available when traveling to and from project sites, and the organization emphasizes learning and development, including opportunities to gain experience in estimating.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Garfield, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.05 -…