Assistant Project Manager

Actalent; Burley (ID); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO/Vacation/Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Assistant Project Manager/Project Engineer for a nationwide travel role, starting with a $300 million wastewater/biogas plant in Burley, Idaho. The position is contract-to-hire and largely onsite, with a typical schedule from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, and potential per diem for lodging and meals.

Responsibilities include submittals, RFIs, scheduling support, cost tracking, and daily field reports while ensuring safety standards and efficient operation across

Qualifications

• Experience in construction and construction management.
• Proficient in RFIs and reporting.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Experience with Procore or similar project management tools.
• Preferably 3 years of experience, but open to 1-2 years.

Responsibilities

• Support the Superintendent and Senior PM with submittals, RFIs, scheduling coordination and meeting agendas.
• Assist in running schedules, documenting daily reports, taking photos.
• Record meeting minutes, track costs, review invoices, oversee subcontractor and vendor delivery.
• Develop and maintain project status reports and logs.
• Assist in change orders, budget updates and cost tracking.

Skills

Construction management

RFIs & reporting

Willingness to travel

Procore

3+ years experience

Tools

Procore

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Project Manager/Project Engineer who is open to traveling as projects are located nationwide. The initial project will likely involve the construction of a wastewater/biogas renewable plant in Burley, Idaho. This $300 million project may require onsite presence for over a year.

Responsibilities

• Support both the Superintendent and Senior Project Manager with tasks such as submittals, RFIs, coordinating with the construction manager on scheduling, and communication through meeting agendas.
• Assist in running schedules, documentation, taking photos, and writing daily reports.
• Record meeting minutes, budget and estimate costs, review invoices, and oversee the subcontractor and vendor delivery process.
• Develop and maintain reports and logs for reporting project status.
• Assist in creating change orders, budget updates, and cost tracking.
• Assist in writing Methods of Procedure (MOPs) to ensure minimal impact on plant operations.
• Track equipment delivery and log any missing or damaged equipment.
• Adhere to safety programs, trainings, and policies, promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Ensure subcontractors, vendors, and site personnel adhere to safety standards.
• Record meeting minutes, generate meeting agendas, and track daily operations via field reports.
• Perform daily updates to the project schedule and work with the PM to ensure the master schedule is up to date.
• Understand contract terms and conditions for purchase orders and assist in vendor compliance.
• Maintain logs and provide weekly updates on RFIs and submittals.
• Assist with coordination and development of the final Commissioning Plan, including owner training, project closeout, and documentation.
• Offer assistance to co-workers and perform tasks as necessary including maintenance of facilities and office supplies.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction and construction management.
• Proficient in RFIs and reporting.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Experience with Procore or similar project management tools.
• Preferably 3 years of experience, but open to candidates with 1-2 years.
• Prefer industrial construction experience, but open to larger ground-up construction experience.

Work Environment

The work environment involves supporting onsite construction operations with project hours typically from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Although not planned, weekend or evening work may occasionally be necessary. The role requires familiarity with project scope, schedule, drawings, and specifications. A per diem stipend is negotiable to cover lodging, meals, and trips home.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burley, ID.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Burley,ID. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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