Assistant Project Manager

The MasTec Companies • Tampa, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

MasTec Civil is hiring an Assistant Construction Project Manager to join our growing team in Tampa, FL on a new highway improvement project! The Assistant Project Manager bears the responsibility to oversee that the construction is performed according to specification, in the most efficient manner according to schedule and under budget. For this to happen the Assistant Project Manager is expected, among other things, to follow all project related procedures and of most importance, company policy. MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. MasTec Civil is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor). This position is the top project level management position with MasTec Civil, LLC. and demands a broad spectrum of capabilities, especially leadership, common sense, training, loyalty, patience, and ability to work with others. A good Assistant Project Manager should fit the image described above and follow all procedures and policies required by MasTec Civil, LLC.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum five years’ experience in the heavy construction industry.
• Must have bridge, roadwork, and DOT experience.
• A demonstrated understanding of construction means, and methods associated with the heavy construction industry
• Strong team leadership project management skills.
• Experience in leading multi-disciplined teams.
• Ability to direct the work of subcontractors in order to achieve project goals.
• Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook
• Project scheduling - P-3 at minimum.
• Ability to maintain onsite project documentation.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate all site work.
• Must be well organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple sites.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with people on all levels ensuring that all external and internal communication is carried out to a high standard.
• Highly motivated, driven and results oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to develop and adjust project plans, staffing, equipment, and timelines.
• Continuously evaluate and improve execution strategies throughout the project.
• Serve as the primary company representative on-site.
• Lead progress and internal coordination meetings, ensure timely document submission, and conduct pre-activity meetings to align on scope, resources, safety, and quality requirements.
• Partner with HR to staff the project, supervise engineering personnel, mentor junior engineers, and enforce company policies across the team.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract documents and payment terms.
• Review and approve invoices, subcontractor payments, and cost reports, identifying variances and potential claims.
• Manage the project budget, monitor cost performance, optimize work methods, and ensure proper documentation and submission of change orders and claims.
• Negotiate, coordinate, and oversee subcontractors and vendors, ensuring timely payments and resolution of disputes or changes.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all project records, including daily reports, logs, photos, and meeting minutes.
• Represent the company professionally in all interactions, maintaining strong relationships and handling negotiations with integrity.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety standards, ensuring a safe work environment across all project activities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

What This Job Offers

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