Aspiring Project Manager – Utility Construction

Benchmark Utility Services; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Utility Services is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing utility design-build projects. This on-site role demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with clients, subcontractors, and field teams.

You will assist with scheduling, cost tracking, documentation, and procurement, while promoting safety and quality on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in construction coordination, project support, or assistant project management within utility, infrastructure, or heavy civil sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote site safety culture; enforce safety protocols and regulations.
• Assist with project tasks: billing, scheduling, coordinating miss-utility requests, safety plans, and meetings.
• Manage project documentation: RFIs, submittals, change logs, daily reports, meeting minutes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support scheduling: develop and maintain project schedules, monitor milestones, and help mitigate delays.
• Track and manage project costs: quotes, change orders, budgets, and financial reports.
• Facilitate client communication: provide progress updates and address client requests.
• Coordinate resources with field teams, prepare field packages, and ensure current project information.
• Support subcontractor/vendor procurement: obtain quotes, schedule deliveries, and ensure timely performance.
• Assist with quality assurance: conduct site visits, inspect work, and document corrective actions.
• Manage stakeout, survey, and as-built documentation; ensure accuracy and updates.
• Track inspections, deficiencies, and project closeout activities, including punch lists and documentation updates
• Support design communication: document and implement design changes effectively.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

BIM (clash detection, digital construction)

Job description

Benchmark Utility Services is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing utility design-build projects. This on-site role demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with clients, subcontractors, and field teams.

You will assist with scheduling, cost tracking, documentation, and procurement, while promoting safety and quality on site.