Assistant Project Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Assistant Project Manager supports the execution of precast/prestressed concrete projects from award through closeout, helping ensure scope, schedule, and budget goals are met. This role assists with project planning, coordination, financial tracking, and contract compliance while maintaining clear communication with internal teams and external partners. They also support meetings, documentation, and change order processes to help drive successful project delivery.

• Salary range ($64,000-$84,700). Based on location and experience.

Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem‑solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company‑paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non‑union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements.

• Assist with financial tracking, risk management, and client relations from pre‑construction through closeout.
• Support communication between all project stakeholders to ensure alignment with project plans.
• Help ensure contract compliance and timely processing of change orders.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules and tracking progress.
• Support project meetings, coordination, and communication of key updates.
• Assist with project closeout, documentation, and post‑project reviews.
• Maintain accurate use of project management software and systems.
• Transition into a full Project Manager role within an expected timeframe.

We're looking for a detail‑oriented construction professional who can support project execution from award through closeout. The ideal candidate is organized, communicative, and able to coordinate across teams while helping keep projects on schedule and within budget. They bring strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to supporting successful project delivery.

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field with 3+ years of APM or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, jobsite safety, contracts, scheduling, and project management tools.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to clearly convey information.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and make sound independent decisions.
• Proficient in MS Office and general computer/software applications (Sketch Up a plus).
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build effective working relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.

• Occasional visits to active plant and field locations are required based on operational needs.
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing…