Assistant Project Manager - Data Center

Interstates • Muskogee, OK

3d • $68,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Interstates is seeking future leaders to join their Project Management team supporting Data Center projects. The company specializes in Electrical Construction, Engineering, Instrumentation, and Automation, building critical infrastructure for data centers. Prior experience in these fields is not required, as Interstates emphasizes coaching, training, and development for individuals with a strong work ethic and a drive to help teams succeed. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will work closely with project leadership, field crews, clients, and trade partners to ensure projects stay on schedule, support project controls, and contribute to successful project delivery in a fast-paced, highly coordinated environment. The role emphasizes integrity, trust, and safety, with a need for strong communication, attention to detail, and adaptability. Interstates offers training, support, competitive pay, and outstanding benefits for career growth.

Requirements

• Able to track and organize projects and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Open to continuously adjusting project systems to plan and deliver projects successfully
• Strong team building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Comfortable speaking in front of clients, peers, and managers
• Able to manage details, deadlines, and multiple project activities at once
• Interest in learning how complex industrial and mission-critical facilities are built and delivered
• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Construction Engineering, Business Administration, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management
• Able to travel to customer sites up to 100% of the time
• Expected to relocate anywhere in the US for your project

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and jobsite leadership in managerial and leadership functions on the project
• Support planning, coordination, and execution of work on a Data Center construction project
• Run project control systems for the benefit of the project team
• Develop, maintain, and communicate CPM schedules and milestone updates
• Support Last Planner / White Board crew scheduling and look-ahead planning
• Track RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and other project communications
• Act as a project analyst; assess project controls information and assist jobsite leadership in problem-solving and identifying alternate methods to achieve project success
• Provide estimating take-offs and support for analysis, budgeting, and change orders
• Attend client meetings onsite and collaborate with trade contractors, vendors, and internal teams
• Prepare information for and participate in monthly project reviews
• Assist in procurement, expediting materials, and coordinating subcontracts
• Help coordinate documentation and communication related to commissioning, turnover, and project closeout as needed
• Promote the Interstates safety culture daily

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan + Company Match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits (Short & Long-Term Disability, Group Life Insurance, and more)
• Company Discount Perk Program (access to discounts with renowned brands across the country)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Flexible Schedule
• Bonus Incentives (End-of-Fiscal-Year Incentives and Merit Increases)
• Per Diem/Travel Pay or FAVR Program Benefits (as applicable)
• Advancement opportunities aligned with long-term career goals
• Career coaching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree