Assistant Project Manager - West Palm , FL

Position: Assistant Project Manager - West Palm Beach, FL
Job Description

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Job Description
Overview

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose-to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at

Position Overview

The Assistant Project Manager supports the successful execution of projects by collaborating with project managers, cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders. This role assists in coordinating project activities, maintaining documentation, tracking progress, and ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while fostering string communications across teams.

Responsibilities

Works with the Project Manager, project team, and other management; and assists them in all phases and aspects of a project.
Ensures projects are set up correctly and that proper tools are in place prior to the beginning of a project.
Secure all necessary permits as requested by the Project Manager, and makes sure contracts, insurance, and bonds are current and received before subcontractor performs any work on site.
Leads the project team's work efforts in harmony with competing priorities within the company.
Provides leadership and guidance to assigned projects, ensuring objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
Gives work direction, prepares and distributes project schedules, and sets deadlines to ensure timely completion of work.
Identifies issues for early resolution.
Determines and selects corrective action and workaround solutions whenever deviations from project plan are identified.
Inform Project Manager and appropriate management of issues and remediation plans.
Ensures compliance with all applicable safety and health rules and regulations, company policies, and procedures.
Provides Project Manager with recommendations for improving tracking, reporting, and monitoring of projects.
Assists in preparation of periodic management reports.
May attend meetings on behalf of Project Manager.
May train staff, evaluate performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action.
In collaboration with the project manager, will assist in providing technical assistance to ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ASTM, ACI, ICC), specifications, and industry best practices.
Prepare reports and technical documents for internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in cross-functional collaboration with engineering, laboratory, safety, and operational teams.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
For non-degreed candidates: 3+ years of experience in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, or construction materials testing (CMT) and inspection.
Certifications in relevant inspection or testing areas preferred (e.g., ACI, ICC, ATTI, Nuclear Safety).
Strong knowledge of construction materials testing standards (ASTM, AASHTO, etc.) and ability to interpret technical specifications
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and…