Assistant Project Manager

Actalent; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 38,573,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Maple Grove, MN to support delivery of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will work under a Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute initiatives, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and budget control.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and familiarity with MS Office, plus an understanding of cost tracking in a project setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Understanding of basic accounting, cost tracking, and recordkeeping in a project environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to support documentation and coordination.
• Ability to work under the guidance of a Project Manager and collaborate with both office and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within established budget parameters.
• Act as a key liaison between office and field operations to maintain clear and consistent communication.
• Assist with project documentation, including reports, logs, and records needed for effective project tracking.
• Support coordination and communication among project team members, subcontractors, and clients to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Contribute to problem-solving efforts on project-related challenges, working closely with the Project Manager and field teams.
• Assist in monitoring project progress and updating schedules and records using construction project management software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Help maintain accurate cost tracking and basic accounting records related to project activities.

Skills

High school diploma

Microsoft Office Suite

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Guidance by Project Manager

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or relevant field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager plays a key role in delivering high-quality construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Working under the guidance of a Project Manager, this position helps plan, coordinate, and execute projects to ensure they are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. The role serves as a vital link between office and field operations, supporting communication, documentation, and problem-solving across the project team, subcontractors, and clients.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within established budget parameters.
• Act as a key liaison between office and field operations to maintain clear and consistent communication.
• Assist with project documentation, including reports, logs, and records needed for effective project tracking.
• Support coordination and communication among project team members, subcontractors, and clients to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Contribute to problem-solving efforts on project-related challenges, working closely with the Project Manager and field teams.
• Assist in monitoring project progress and updating schedules and records using construction project management software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Help maintain accurate cost tracking and basic accounting records related to project activities.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Understanding of basic accounting, cost tracking, and recordkeeping in a project environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to support documentation and coordination.
• Ability to work under the guidance of a Project Manager and collaborate with both office and field personnel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a relevant field is preferred.
• Experience with construction project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or MS Project is preferred.
• Previous experience or an internship in the construction industry is preferred.
• General knowledge of construction processes and terminology.
• Interest in developing a career in construction project management.

Work Environment

This role operates in a mixed environment that includes office-based work and onsite presence at construction job sites. The position involves some local travel to job sites and participation in site walk-throughs. You will work closely with both office staff and field teams, using tools such as Microsoft Office and construction project management software to support project coordination and documentation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maple Grove, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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 without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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

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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 applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.