Assistant Project Manager

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P. seeks an Assistant Project Manager for the Fire Protection National Service Division to support project planning, scheduling, and execution across multiple sites in Indiana.

You will coordinate schedules, track costs, manage documentation, and act as a liaison among customers, field personnel, vendors, and internal teams. This role offers a path to growth into a Project Manager position.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of construction, service operations, project coordination, or administrative experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with project planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Track project budgets, change orders, purchase orders, and job costs.
• Coordinate material procurement and subcontractor activities.
• Support project documentation, reporting, and contract administration.
• Communicate project updates to customers, field teams, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project milestones and help resolve scheduling or operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with company, customer, and safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Time management

Attendance flexibility

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio‑fuel projects.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son L.P. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Fire Protection National Service Division. In this role you will be responsible for supporting the successful planning, execution, and completion of projects by coordinating schedules, tracking costs, managing documentation, and serving as a liaison between customers, field personnel, vendors, and internal teams. This position is ideal for individuals seeking to grow into a Project Manager role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with project planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Track project budgets, change orders, purchase orders, and job costs.
• Coordinate material procurement and subcontractor activities.
• Support project documentation, reporting, and contract administration.
• Communicate project updates to customers, field teams, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project milestones and help resolve scheduling or operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with company, customer, and safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of construction, service operations, project coordination, or administrative experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Affirmative Action Policy

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