Assistant Project Manager

Quanta Government Solutions, LLC

3d•Remote

About The Position

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come. Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide. Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the successful execution of assigned federal construction projects within QGS’s Acquire–Comply–Execute lifecycle. Working under the direction of a Project Manager and Program Manager, the APM assists with day-to-day coordination of safety, quality, cost, schedule, and compliance activities. This role partners closely with enterprise functional teams—Safety/Quality, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Cyber/IT, and Compliance—to ensure project controls, documentation, and reporting are accurate, timely, and audit-ready while developing toward future Project Manager responsibilities.

Requirements

2–4 years of experience supporting federal or commercial construction projects.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
Equivalent field experience may be considered.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a matrixed, fast-paced federal contracting environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to projects valued at $1M+ preferred.
PMP or CAPM preferred (PMP required within a defined period for advancement).
OSHA 30 preferred (QGS will support if not held upon hire).
Working familiarity with FAR/DFARS, DCAA, and basic federal construction compliance concepts.

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager in executing assigned projects through all Acquire–Comply–Execute stages.
Assist in coordinating Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) across Operations, Safety/Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain.
Participate in required project meetings, action tracking, and documentation preparation.
Support stage-gate reviews by compiling required artifacts and maintaining auditable project records.
Assist with coordination and communication between internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and partners.
Support preparation of client-facing materials and meeting agendas under Project Manager guidance.
Track subcontractor deliverables, RFIs, and submittals to ensure timely responses and approvals.
Support monthly forecasting, cost tracking, trend logs, and variance analysis.
Help ensure cost documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with DCAA audit requirements.
Identify potential schedule risks or variances and escalate to the Project Manager for mitigation planning.
Support compliance with FAR/DFARS, DCAA, CUI protection, and ISO 9001 quality requirements.
Assist with maintaining site-specific plans including APP/JHAs, Environmental Plans, and QCPs.
Help maintain project risk and opportunity logs, track action items, and support closeout activities.
Assist in preparing weekly progress reports, three-week look-ahead schedules, risk logs, and cost/schedule metrics (CPI, SPI).
Ensure all project documentation, correspondence, and reports are uploaded and maintained in the QGS OPS Platform with proper version control.
Actively develop project management competencies with the goal of progressing into a Project Manager role.
Participate in training, certifications, and mentoring opportunities supported by QGS.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Access to mental health support and resources
Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays
Ongoing training and development programs
Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Employee recognition and rewards program
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)
Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families