Assistant Project Manager

northernclearing; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Clearing Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager and Superintendent on right-of-way clearing projects in the region.

The role involves setting up field offices, tracking change orders and hours, managing site logistics, equipment and material tracking, and ensuring compliance with client requirements. Occasional travel within Wisconsin and Michigan is required; typical schedules align with project needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in office management or administrative leadership.
• Familiar with project tools such as MS Project or Primavera.
• Professional degree or diploma is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Proficient with computers and common office software.
• Proficient in Word and Excel for reporting and tracking.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain a field construction office.
• Change order tracking and project-related contract administration.
• Submit and track project hours, timekeeping, inventory, and progress logs.
• Equipment, fuel, and materials tracking.
• 811 / One Call ticket management.
• Code and collect receipts from crew members.
• Ensure compliance with all company and client expectations.
• Travel within Wisconsin and Michigan for site visits and project kickoffs.

Skills

Office Management

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Computer Proficiency

Communication Skills

Education

Professional Degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Projects

Primavera

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

Northern Clearing Inc., a leader in right-of-way clearing is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager.

Primary Focus:

• Assist the Project Manager and the Project Superintendent with any and all tasks necessary for successful completion of project. To include but not limited to:
• Set up and maintain a field construction office
• Change order tracking and project related contract administration
• Submit and track project hours, timekeeping records, jobsite inventory, project progress reports, supervision logs, etc.
• Equipment, Fuel and Materials Tracking
• 811 / Once Call Ticket Management
• Code and collect receipts from crew members
• Ensure compliance with all company and client expectations

Desired Skills:

• Previous experience in Office Management
• Experience in Microsoft Projects or Primavera preferred
• Professional Degree or Diploma
• Proven interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Well versed and comfortable on a computer
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

More about the Job:

• This position will require travel, multiple days per month, within Wisconsin and Michigan for site visits, project kickoffs, etc.
• Our project schedules are typically 6 days per week, 10 hr. days. (Monday-Saturday)
• More specific information will be discussed with potential candidates in the interview process.