Assistant Project Manager, BPA
About The Position
Quanta Government Solutions is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for dedicated support to a multi-project transmission infrastructure program in the Pacific Northwest, supporting the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the successful execution of assigned construction projects. 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, Procurement, Cyber/IT, and Compliance) to ensure project controls, documentation, and reporting are accurate, timely, and audit-ready. The company is the largest specialty contractor in North America, powering modern life and leading the energy transition. They encourage and inspire employees to embrace opportunities within their corporate office and 200 operating companies. Quanta’s culture aims to create an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed, fostering career development, rewarding excellence, and valuing diversity.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience supporting federal or large-scale commercial construction projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred. Equivalent field experience may be considered.
- Working familiarity with federal construction compliance concepts.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Support the Project Manager in executing assigned projects from inception through completion.
- Assist in coordinating teams across Operations, Safety, Quality, Finance, and Procurement.
- 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 audit requirements.
- Identify potential schedule risks or variances and escalate to the Project Manager for mitigation planning.
- Support compliance with BPI, CUI protection, and ISO 9001 quality requirements.
- Assist with maintaining site-specific plans including APP/JHAs, Environmental Plans, and Quality Control Plans.
- 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.
- Ensure all project documentation, correspondence, and reports are uploaded and maintained in QGS and BPA platforms 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
