Assistant Project Manager (Civil & Foundations)
About The Position
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects. The position is a key link between project management, field operations, accounting, and clients, helping projects run efficiently from initiation through closeout. The Assistant Project Manager works under the direction of a Project Manager, owns defined project scopes, and develops the judgment and financial-control skills needed for full project ownership. This is a field-based position reporting to either the Denver or Kansas City regional office, with travel up to 75% of the time.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 2–5 years of construction experience, including project support or field engineering.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Experience with construction management software, scheduling software, and cost-tracking tools such as Procore or similar platforms.
- Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Must be based in or willing to relocate to the metro area.
- Experience supporting field operations teams.
- Commitment to jobsite safety and quality.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Experience in utility construction, electrical contracting, or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project closeout processes.
- Knowledge of job-cost tracking and basic construction financial principles.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proactive problem-solving skills.
- Clear and professional communication style.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
Responsibilities
- Manage assigned project scopes under the direction of the Project Manager.
- Coordinate subcontractors and material procurement for assigned scopes.
- Prepare and track submittals, requests for information, and change-order documentation.
- Assist with project budgets, cost forecasts, and monthly billing.
- Maintain project documentation and keep the project management platform current.
- Support development and updating of the project schedule.
- Attend and document project meetings and track action items.
- Enforce company safety and quality standards on assigned work.
- Develop toward independent management of full projects, including building financial and analytical judgment on budgets and change orders.
- Manage multiple scopes and deadlines and coordinate effectively with field and office teams.
- Perform other duties assigned by management.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for the employee and dependents.
- 100% employer-paid basic life insurance.
- 100% employer-paid disability benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution.
- Paid time off (sick and vacation).
- Paid holidays.
- Tuition assistance.
- Wellness and mental health programs.
- Learning and development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
