Assistant Project Manager

Dashiell • Fresno, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction projects in DACON’s substation and power systems portfolio. Working closely with Project Managers and Senior Project Managers, this role contributes across the project lifecycle, from pre-construction planning and bid support through project closeout, while developing project management and estimating skills. The position is based in DACON’s Fresno, California office and reports to the Vice President of Project Management.

The role supports project schedules, budgets, cost reporting, subcontract and procurement coordination, project documentation, change management, invoicing, safety planning, status reporting, and estimating activities. It coordinates with field supervision, engineering, procurement, and client representatives to help deliver projects on schedule and within budget. The position includes periodic travel to project sites and a combination of office work and visits to active construction environments.

DACON labor is provided through Local #66 Lineman’s Union in Houston, Texas. The posting states that this includes excellent wages, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and a retirement fund. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States permanently without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field; relevant field experience may substitute year for year, with four years equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in project coordination, construction administration, or field engineering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate across multiple teams.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Valid driver’s license; the position requires periodic travel to project sites.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Ability to sit for extended periods during office work and to stand and walk for extended periods during field visits.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain, gravel, and graded surfaces and navigate active construction environments, including stairs, ramps, and temporary walkways.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, FR clothing, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with substation construction or medium- to high-voltage electrical systems.
• Experience with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or similar.
• Relevant field experience may be considered in lieu of the listed degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and cost reports for substation and medium- to high-voltage electrical construction projects.
• Support project managers in coordinating subcontracts, purchase orders, and materials procurement.
• Monitor project progress against milestones and identify and report schedule or budget variances to the Project Manager.
• Prepare and distribute meeting minutes, RFIs, submittals, transmittals, daily reports, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate with field supervision, engineering, procurement, and client representatives to facilitate project execution.
• Support the development and tracking of project change orders and maintain change management logs.
• Assist with project invoicing, cost coding, and reviewing labor and material costs against budgets.
• Participate in project safety planning and promote adherence to DACON’s safety culture.
• Assist in preparing project status reports and presentations for internal and client stakeholders.
• Support estimating by preparing quantity take-offs, material lists, and subcontractor scope packages for high-voltage and power construction bids.
• Assemble and organize estimate documentation, including drawings, specifications, and vendor quotes.
• Participate in pre-bid site walks and help identify constructability considerations for project estimates.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level