Assistant Project Manager

wilsonconst; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical

Dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Personal time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Wilson Construction Company in Canby, OR is looking for a self-motivated Assistant Project Manager to provide project management support on utility distribution construction projects. This entry-level position requires effective communication and strong organizational skills to assist in project planning and coordination.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid medical and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with administrative tasks.
• Enter daily project status data.
• Prepare three- and five-day look-aheads.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

Location: Canby, OR

Wilson Construction Company (Wilson) has an immediate opening for a self‑motivated Assistant Project Manager with a positive, team‑oriented outlook. This position will provide project management support on utility distribution construction projects as well as assist in developing, planning, and coordinating the technical work for electric utility construction projects.

This is an entry‑level field/office position. The majority of work hours will be spent at a project field office, with some time spent at Wilson’s headquarters in Canby, Oregon. This position will require traveling to and staying at various project sites throughout the Western United States. Project durations will vary from a few weeks to multiple years. This position shall work under the direction of the On‑site Project Manager or Project Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Project Managers and Schedulers with various administrative tasks
• Entering daily project status data
• Preparing three‑ and five‑day look‑aheads
• Preparing Requests for Information (RFIs), transmittals/submittals
• Scheduling materials and tracking deliveries
• Assisting with the approval of material invoices
• Tracking and reporting equipment and vehicles in the right‑of‑way daily
• Maintaining various spreadsheets
• Performing overall project support for all departments
• Delivering paperwork and performing other errands

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 is a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills, including:
  • Coordinating, tracking, and meeting deadlines
  • Following up
  • Handling multiple tasks in a fluctuating workload
  • Multi‑tasking efficiently
• Analytical skills
• Self‑motivated attitude
• Ability to work independently while still contributing to the team
• Willingness to help where needed for the benefit of the team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of staff and personality types
• Must maintain a valid driver license

This position requires a candidate that thrives in high‑pressure, fast‑paced environments due to a high volume of work, tight deadlines, and our dedication to customer satisfaction. Candidates must be able to work on projects in a team environment and maintain strong working relationships with co‑workers and customers.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including employer paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off, and holiday pay.

Wilson Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.