Assistant Project Manager

Kanaan Communications, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holidays

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, 1)

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Gym discounts

Job summary

Kanaan Communications, LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Michigan. You’ll oversee assigned projects, supervise team members, review tasks for accuracy, and help ensure safety and profitability.

The role requires fiber construction experience and prior supervisory background, strong planning and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Smartsheet. We offer weekly pay, PTO and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Fiber construction experience.
• Minimum 6 months of supervisory experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and Smartsheet.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, develop, and provide leadership to employees of an assigned area, department, or project.
• Review tasks and reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Implement and maintain processes to assist completion of tasks in support of an assigned area, department, or project.
• Communicate with employees, contractors, vendors, and/or customers to assist an assigned area, department, or project.
• The ability to manage multiple projects to completion.
• The ability to function effectively in a high-stress situation.
• The ability to communicate with Company personnel, customers, and contractors to ensure tasks are completed.
• Assist with contractor work assignments and tracking.
• Invoice audit and approval.
• Project tracking and reporting.
• Maintain project documents.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Planning & coordination

Communication

Multitasking

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Smartsheet

Job description

Discover a more connected career

At Kanaan Communications, as an Assistant Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for the sharing management over assigned projects and ensure the accuracy, completeness, safety, and profitability of each.

Connecting You To Great Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What You’ll Do

• Supervise, develop, and provide leadership to employees of an assigned area, department, or project;
• Review tasks and reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance;
• Implement and maintain processes to assist completion of tasks in support of an assigned area, department, or project;
• Communicate with employees, contractors, vendors, and/or customers to assist an assigned area, department, or project;
• The ability to manage multiple projects to completion;
• The ability to function effectively in a high-stress situation;
• The ability to communicate with Company personnel, customers, and contractors to ensure tasks are completed.
• Assist with contractor work assignments and tracking.
• Invoice audit and approval.
• Project tracking and reporting.
• Maintain project documents.

What You’ll Need

• Be 18 years old
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• 3+ years of Fiber construction experience and a minimum of 6 months of supervisory experience
• At least 6 months of previous supervisory and/or managerial experience
• Project management skills, including planning, organizing, and coordinating tasks
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, background, and motor vehicle record check
• Good working knowledge of the telecommunications industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, and Smartsheet.

Why grow your career with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.