Assistant Project Manager; MEP Design

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.

Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States

This is a position seeking someone who is looking to develop a broad understanding of project execution, from start to end. The Assistant Project Manager (MEP Design) is responsible for supporting all aspects of a project with a primary focus on the project deliverables and team management. This person will work as part of the project team and interact closely with the owner, designers, contractors, subcontractors, and other trades on projects in commercial and mission critical environments.

The Assistant Project Manager (MEP Design) will receive general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May work independently or under immediate supervision. May serve as lead on routine projects of limited scope.

The Assistant Project Manager (MEP Design) communicates and operates in line with organizational and client goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to oversee project schedules, track milestones, and manage workflow to ensure timely delivery of project phases.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams, clients, and contractors to facilitate seamless communication and resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain project documentation and organize files, ensuring all stakeholders have access to the most current information.

• Manage and distribute RFIs, submittals, transmittals, and other project-related documentation.
• Monitor construction progress by maintaining logs and tracking contractor inquiries or responses.
• Ensure all construction administration tasks are completed in alignment with project specifications and standards.

• Assist with Revit tasks, including creating, editing, and maintaining design models and drawings.
• Review models for quality and accuracy, ensuring they meet project requirements.
• Provide drafting support as needed to expedite the preparation of drawing sets for submission.

• Prepare meeting agendas, take detailed notes, and distribute summaries with clear action items and deadlines.
• Follow up with team members on assigned tasks and provide reminders for upcoming deadlines.
• Present project updates to internal stakeholders in a clear, concise manner.

• Anticipate project needs by identifying potential risks, bottlenecks, or inefficiencies and suggesting solutions to keep the project on track.
• Regularly review project workflows and recommend process improvements to enhance team efficiency.
• Take initiative to address and resolve minor issues independently, escalating more significant concerns to the Project Manager.

• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors to promote collaboration and ensure alignment on project goals.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from stakeholders, providing accurate and professional communication.
• Coordinate deliverables and submissions to meet client and regulatory requirements.

• Perform quality checks on documentation, drawings,…