Assistant Project Manager

Actalent; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent invites applications for an Assistant Project Manager role in New Bern, NC, focusing on utility construction. The position involves leading project coordination, utilizing industry-standard software, and mentoring teams. Ideal candidates have over five years of experience in utility projects, particularly in wet utilities and storm drains, ready to make a significant impact in community projects.

Benefits

Company Truck

Gas Card

401k

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in utility construction, with a focus on wet utilities and storm drain systems.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing utility construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Coordinate and track RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with field teams and subcontractors to ensure project milestones are met.

Skills

Project Coordination

Utility Construction

Team Leadership

Attention to Detail

Tools

HeavyBid

HeavyJob

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

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Join Our Team as a Utility Assistant Project Manager (APM) in Eastern NC!

Are you a seasoned expert in utility construction ready to lead the charge on transformative projects? This isn’t just another role—it’s an invitation to be a key player on groundbreaking wet utilities initiatives, including water, sewer, and storm drain systems, that shape communities and build our future.

What You'll Do

• Lead & Coordinate: Dive into the heart of dynamic project coordination, taking charge of field operations and ensuring that every detail aligns perfectly with industry excellence.
• Innovate & Document: Utilize your expertise with industry-standard software tools to streamline construction documentation, driving efficiency and clarity on every project.
• Empower Teams: Bring your hands-on experience from over 5 years in utility construction to mentor, guide, and inspire teams, ensuring each project is executed with precision and passion.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in utility construction—experience particularly in wet utilities and storm drain systems is essential.
• A detail-oriented mindset paired with an energetic approach to managing the complexities of project coordination and field operations.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software tools, ensuring that you can hit the ground running and keep projects on track, from conception to completion.
  
  

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation meets practicality, and you’re driven by the satisfaction of building infrastructure that makes a difference, then this is your moment. Step into a role where your expertise isn’t just valued—it’s celebrated as the driving force behind transformative projects that empower communities.

Ready to build the future?

Embrace the challenge, fuel your passion, and join us in Eastern NC. Let’s shape extraordinary projects together!

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing utility construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Coordinate and track RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Collaborate with field teams and subcontractors to ensure project milestones are met.
• Utilize HeavyBid and HeavyJob for estimating and job cost tracking.
• Review and mark up plans using Bluebeam.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Prepare and analyze reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Support compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Communicate effectively with clients, engineers, and inspectors.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in utility construction, with a focus on wet utilities and storm drain systems.
• Proficiency in HeavyBid, HeavyJob, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of RFI and submittal processes.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Work Environment

The role involves traveling to job sites from New Bern to Raleigh, with the flexibility to live anywhere within that territory. You will be home every night. The position offers opportunities to advance within a large company, alongside benefits such as a company truck, gas card, 401k, and eligibility for an annual bonus based on company performance. Additionally, the company observes a shutdown for Christmas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Health, Dental, Vision

401k

Company Truck

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Bern,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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