Assistant Project Manager

Parsons Corporation•Portland, OR

21d

About The Position

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description: The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the delivery of capital projects across transmission, distribution, and grid modernization portfolios. This role focuses on project coordination, governance adherence, reporting, and enabling Project Managers (PMs) to execute safely, on schedule, and within budget. Key Responsibilities. This role would be in Portland Oregon

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field
2–5 years of experience supporting infrastructure, utility, or capital projects
Experience in electric T&D, substation, or grid modernization projects preferred
Scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project)
Cost tracking and financial reporting
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and project management systems
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication across technical and non-technical teams
Understanding of utility project lifecycle and regulatory environment

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting PMO functions or portfolio reporting
Familiarity with utility standards, safety practices, and permitting processes
CAPM or PMP (or working toward certification)

Responsibilities

Support PMs in day-to-day management of capital projects (scope, schedule, cost)
Track deliverables, action items, and key milestones across multiple projects
Coordinate with engineering, construction, environmental, and permitting teams
Maintain and update project schedules (Primavera P6 / MS Project)
Track budgets, forecasts, and variances; support cost controls and change management
Assist in invoice review and contractor progress validation
Support stage gate process (initiation through closeout)
Prepare gate review materials, business cases, and supporting documentation
Ensure compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements
Develop weekly/monthly status reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking
Maintain project documentation in alignment with PMO standards
Support portfolio-level reporting and executive updates
Track risks, issues, and mitigation plans
Escalate critical items to PMs and leadership as needed
Interface with internal stakeholders and external partners (contractors, agencies)
Support meeting coordination, agendas, and documentation of decisions/actions