Traveling Assistant Project Manager-Structural Steel

Kimmel & Associates • St. Paul, MN

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About The Position

The Traveling Assistant Project Manager – Structural Steel supports experienced Project Managers and field leaders throughout the full project lifecycle, from project handoff through closeout. This salaried, field-facing position offers hands-on exposure to active jobsites and the coordination of drawings, schedules, budgets, materials, equipment, and crews. The role works with general contractors, vendors, field personnel, and project teams while learning structural steel project management processes under the guidance of experienced leaders.

Requirements

• Recent graduates and candidates with approximately 0–3 years of commercial construction experience are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and follow-through.
• Willingness to travel and work on active construction jobsites.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, field-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Construction internships and co-op experience will be considered.
• A four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field is preferred; relevant construction experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Experience with construction/project management software is a plus.
• Structural steel experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and contract requirements and help identify potential issues before they affect field operations.
• Support Project Managers and field leaders with day-to-day project coordination.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, deliveries, and information needed by field crews.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reports, and project updates.
• Assist with purchase orders, subcontracts, cost tracking, and field productivity reporting.
• Visit active jobsites and communicate with general contractors, vendors, field personnel, and project teams.
• Help monitor project schedules, documentation, and overall progress.
• Learn and apply structural steel project management processes under the guidance of experienced leaders.
• Support project closeout and ensure required documentation is completed.

Benefits

• Performance bonus opportunity
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced project management and field leaders
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within a growing structural steel contractor

What This Job Offers

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