Construction Assistant Project Manager

United Global Technologies
-Saline, MI, United States

Assistant Project Manager (Field-Based)

United Global Technologies (UGT) – Supporting a Major Industrial Client

United Global Technologies is seeking a highly organized and field-driven Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support a major industrial CLIENT’s project execution team.

This role serves as the on-site extension of the CLIENT’s Project Managers — acting as the “eyes and ears” in the field to ensure equipment logistics, schedules, and daily operations remain aligned with overall project objectives.

This is a high-visibility position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced industrial or construction environments and is looking to grow into a senior Project Management role.

• On-Site Project Representation
  Serve as the primary field representative supporting CLIENT Project Managers
  Provide real-time updates, detailed site reports, and progress validation
  Proactively elevate risks, delays, or discrepancies
• Equipment & Logistics Coordination
  Act as the point of reference for all incoming gear and materials
  Verify deliveries against purchase orders and project schedules Identify and resolve shipment discrepancies
  Coordinate staging, storage, and movement of equipment on site
• Schedule & Execution Support
  Monitor daily field activities against established milestones
  Assist in aligning contractors and site teams to prevent delays
  Participate in coordination meetings and provide field insight
• Documentation & Reporting
  Maintain accurate logs of equipment receipts, site activity, and issues
  Deliver consistent daily/weekly updates to CLIENT PMs
  Support punch-list validation and project closeout activities

• 3+ years of experience in construction, industrial operations, power systems, or field project coordination
• Experience managing equipment logistics or material control
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently
• Comfortable working in active industrial or construction environments

• Prior Assistant PM or Project Coordinator experience
• Experience supporting electrical infrastructure or industrial equipment projects
• OSHA 10/30 certification

• Opportunity to work on high-impact industrial projects
• Direct exposure to senior project leadership
• Work with a team known for operational excellence and accountability