Assistant Project Manager

ACTalent; Creedmoor (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee estimating, scheduling, procurement, and management of projects under MSAs and site-specific programs for distribution and transmission construction. The role emphasizes maintaining relationships with customers and ensuring field teams have timely information to perform work cost-effectively.

You will develop advanced skills, work independently, and contribute to project profitability while supporting emergency response efforts as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience in construction, utility sector preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office; scheduling software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Estimate project costs and prepare detailed project plans.
• Schedule and manage project timelines and milestones.
• Procure necessary materials and manage subcontractors.
• Ensure effective change control and risk management processes.
• Provide performance-related feedback to operations and field management.
• Report contract status and progress to field operations, management, and clients.
• Implement financial controls to ensure project profitability.
• Manage and support emergency and storm restoration events.

Skills

Project management

Excel

Client relationships

Subcontractor management

Change control

Estimating costs

Contract reporting

Financial controls

Scheduling

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for the estimating, scheduling, procurement, and management of specific projects under master service agreements and site-specific projects for distribution and transmission construction across a mix of customers. The role involves establishing baseline schedules, continuously monitoring and updating progress and cost for multiple projects, and reporting results weekly. Maintaining a positive relationship with customers and ensuring the field operations team has the necessary information to perform work cost-effectively and timely is crucial. Assistant Project Managers are expected to develop advanced skills and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Estimate project costs and prepare detailed project plans.


• Schedule and manage project timelines and milestones.


• Procure necessary materials and manage subcontractors.


• Ensure effective change control and risk management processes.


• Provide performance-related feedback to operations and field management.


• Report contract status and progress to field operations, management, and clients.


• Implement financial controls to ensure project profitability.


• Manage and support emergency and storm restoration events.

Essential Skills

• Project management proficiency.


• Strong Excel skills.


• Ability to manage projects according to company policies.


• Experience in managing client relationships.


• Proficiency in managing subcontractors and material procurement.


• Excellent change control and risk management abilities.


• Experience in estimating project costs.


• Capability to provide meaningful feedback to team members.


• Understanding of contract reporting and status updates.


• Financial control skills for project profitability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in engineering or construction management.


• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in the construction industry, preferably in the utility construction industry.


• Knowledge of project management fundamentals.


• Proficiency in MS Office applications; MS Project and/or Primavera scheduling software is a plus.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.


• High commitment to achieving goals and plans.


• Organizational, planning, and time management skills.


• Knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems.


• Understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus, and Unit contract pricing mechanisms.

Work Environment

The work environment is fast-paced and may involve navigating organizational barriers. There is a strong emphasis on developing and maintaining internal and external relationships. The role requires a high energy level and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Creedmoor, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.06/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Creedmoor,TX.

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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.