Assistant Project Manager

Talentify; Oxford (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support electrical transmission projects in the Oxford, MI area. The role involves managing multiple projects, documenting progress, collaborating with teams, and requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field. Ideal candidates should demonstrate proficiency in project management skills and have a passion for construction and utilities. This hybrid role comes with a competitive hourly rate and various benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in construction projects as a project coordinator, project engineer, or project manager.
• Proficiency in construction and project management.
• Eager to learn and develop project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of systems for accounting, reporting, and budgeting.
• Coordinate with purchasing on material orders and assist with financial forecasts.
• Provide weekly updates on project progress to the Project Manager.

Skills

Project Management

Scheduling

Documentation

Client-facing experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction Management software (Procore, Bluebeam)

Job description

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support electrical transmission projects in the southeast Detroit to Ann Arbor area. The role involves managing multiple small projects, with an opportunity to gain experience in various project types over time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of systems and processes for accounting, reporting, customer billing, scheduling, material procurement, subcontractor management, record keeping, documentation, and budgeting.
• Develop and track key performance and financial metrics to optimize performance, productivity, and reduce costs.
• Prepare proposals and estimates, including drawing take-offs.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to establish job structure, including safety, scheduling, document control, cost codes, job cost spread, material/tooling plan, equipment, and billing.
• Facilitate job handoff from estimating to field project supervision.
• Coordinate with purchasing on material orders and required submittals.
• Travel regularly to project sites.
• Provide weekly updates on project progress to the Project Manager.
• Assist with the quotation of change orders due to drawing changes and RFIs.
• Work with the Project Manager on monthly financial bridge, job forecasts, and monthly reports.
• Collaborate with customers and field management on schedule development and maintenance.
• Ensure adequate resources are available to maintain schedule, budget, and safety expectations.
• Engage positively with customers to foster long-term relationships.
• Ensure timely billing and payment follow-through.
• Proficiency in construction, project management, scheduling, and construction management.
• Ability to document information accurately, particularly using Excel.
• Experience with Construction Management software like Procore or Bluebeam is a major plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Eagerness to learn and develop project management skills.
• Ability to coordinate projects, estimate, manage scope, and meet deadlines.
• Client-facing experience and familiarity with utilities, substation, and distribution work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or Civil Engineering preferred.
• 0-4 years of experience in construction projects as a project coordinator, project engineer, or project manager.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Passion for construction and utilities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Electrical Utility experience in distribution, transmission, or substation work is a nice-to-have.

The position requires travel to local DTE construction sites, typically within an hour's radius from Oxford, more than 1-3 days a week. The office environment is a four-floor building with approximately 50 staff, featuring exterior windows, updated interiors, parking on both sides, and a kitchen with a coffee maker. There are numerous food options within easy driving distance. The working hours are 8-5 during winters and 7-4 during summers.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $36.06/hr.

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 hybrid position in Oxford,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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.

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About the company

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