Assistant Project Manager
US$102,000 – US$137,500 / yr base salary
Posted 30 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Assistant Project Manager - Power Delivery”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- On-Site
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$102,000 – US$137,500 / yr |
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Field of studyArchitectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Study levelBachelor's
Mortenson is looking for an experienced Assistant Project Manager within our Power Delivery Solutions group to assist the Project Manager in quality, timelines, safety, team leadership, and overall financial health of projects. This role requires flexibility, resourcefulness, and professionalism, along with strong communication skills and attention to detail. The ideal candidate can anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and develop creative, practical solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform cost control and financial management
- Work with Preconstruction on project estimate and schedule
- Coordinate scopes of work
- Review and compile pay applications, change requests, and other project financial documentation
- Partner with the Project Manager or Construction Executive
- Draft client proposals
- Contract administration and management
- Award subcontracts
- Provide direction to the project team for safe and timely project completion
- Act as liaison for project engineers, mentor, and coach others
- Provide job assignments and manage career development
- Direct responsibilities and guide Field Engineer(s) and Project Engineer(s)
- Manage subcontractors and suppliers for the project
- Oversee budget for and make recommendations for subcontractors and trade partners
- Lead project buyout with subcontractors and trade partners
- Facilitate and lead meetings between subcontractors related to project coordination
- Other duties as assigned, including:
- Perform on-site Project Manager duties on small scope projects
- Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer’s specified performance criteria in design and construction
- Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
- Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, and/or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- Minimum five years of related previous experience
- Proven ability to assist with all responsibilities for complex projects
- Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
- Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
- Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
- Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
- Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies