Assistant Project Manager

Actalent; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

6AM City, LLC is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in North Carolina to support senior leadership and drive project delivery across transportation, private development, and infrastructure initiatives.

The role requires 5–6 years in civil engineering or related fields, with 3+ years on NCDOT projects. An AS or A.S. in a related field is required; EI/EIT certification is a plus. Hybrid coordination with field and office teams is expected.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, transportation, infrastructure, or related fields.
• At least 3 years of experience on NCDOT projects and exposure to commercial development projects.
• Associate’s Degree (A.S.) in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline is preferred.
• Civil Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery efforts across private commercial, land development, and transportation projects in North Carolina.
• Assist with execution of transportation programs and contracts with state transportation agencies.
• Manage workflow across engineers, field personnel, and project teams to keep projects moving forward.
• Serve as the operational traffic director for project workflows, ensuring tasks are assigned, tracked, and completed on schedule.
• Align resources across projects, clarify priorities, and help remove obstacles so teams can deliver high-quality work.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field staff to ensure seamless communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project management activities, including tracking progress, monitoring deadlines, and following up on action items.
• Help solve day-to-day project challenges and escalate as needed to senior leadership.
• Contribute to growth of North Carolina transportation practice by supporting private and public-sector opportunities.
• Enable senior leadership to focus on client service and business development by managing workflows.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and clients to support delivery and partnerships.
• Balance office coordination with field responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Transportation industry

Project coordination

Communication

Team leadership

Civil engineering knowledge

NCDOT experience

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Civil Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager serves as the second-in-command to senior leadership, supporting both project delivery and the continued growth of a North Carolina transportation practice. This role provides hands‑on exposure to a mix of private commercial and land development projects, as well as transportation and infrastructure work with state transportation agencies. The Assistant Project Manager manages workflow across engineers, field personnel, and project teams, ensuring priorities are clear, resources are aligned, and projects progress efficiently. This position is ideal for an early‑career professional seeking to develop into a full Project Manager and future leader within a growing transportation practice.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery efforts across a variety of private commercial, land development, and transportation projects in North Carolina.
• Assist with the execution of transportation programs and contracts as pursuits and opportunities with state transportation agencies mature.
• Manage the flow of work across engineers, field personnel, and project teams to keep projects moving forward efficiently.
• Serve as the operational traffic director for project workflows, ensuring tasks are properly assigned, tracked, and completed on schedule.
• Align resources across multiple projects, clarify priorities, and help remove obstacles so teams can deliver high-quality work.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field staff to ensure seamless communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project management activities, including tracking progress, monitoring deadlines, and following up on action items.
• Help solve day-to-day project challenges and escalated issues appropriately to senior leadership when needed.
• Contribute to the growth of the North Carolina transportation practice by supporting both private and public-sector project opportunities.
• Enable senior leadership to focus on client service, business development, and strategic initiatives by effectively managing operational workflows.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams and clients to support successful project delivery and long-term partnerships.
• Balance office-based coordination responsibilities with field-based support as project needs require.

Essential Skills

• Experience in transportation, infrastructure, engineering consulting, construction, or related project environments.
• Experience with state Department of Transportation (DOT) projects, particularly with NCDOT or other state transportation agencies, is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting private commercial development projects or similar commercial work.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and concurrent tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate effectively with engineers, field personnel, and clients.
• Strong coordination skills to align resources and manage workflows across technical and field staff.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively and track work completion across multiple team members.
• Customer service mindset with a focus on responsiveness and building strong working relationships.
• Project management aptitude, including the ability to support scheduling, tracking, and follow-up on project activities.
• Approximately 5–6 years of relevant experience in civil engineering, transportation, infrastructure, or related fields is ideal.
• At least 3 years of experience on NCDOT projects and exposure to commercial development projects is preferred.
• Associate’s Degree (A.S.) in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Civil Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) certification is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership potential with a strong desire for long‑term career growth and increasing responsibility.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to work with the ability to take initiative and follow through.
• Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and willingness to support others.
• Comfort balancing office responsibilities with field responsibilities as project needs dictate.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) track or interest in pursuing licensure is a plus.
• Experience working directly with NCDOT or other state transportation agencies is highly advantageous.
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