Assistant Project Manager

RK Industries; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support mechanical construction projects from kickoff to closeout. You will coordinate submittals, manage procurement, track schedules and budgets, and handle change orders to keep projects on track.

Role offers hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle, collaboration with experienced PMs and field leaders, and growth into leadership within mechanical construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing budgets, scheduling, and change orders on mechanical construction projects.
• Strong communication, problem solving, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of staff on assigned projects.
• Oversee project administration, documentation, and change orders to protect client interests.
• Ensure contracts are reviewed, processed, and executed promptly.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget management

Procurement tracking

Schedule tracking

Communication

Problem solving

Technical coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Mechanical Assistant Project Manager plays a key supporting role in the successful execution of complex mechanical construction projects. From coordinating submittals and managing procurement to tracking schedules, budgets, and change orders, this role is critical in keeping projects organized, efficient, and on track.

Working alongside experienced Project Managers and field leaders, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to the full project lifecycle while sharpening your skills in communication, problem-solving, and technical coordination. This position is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to grow into a leadership role within the mechanical construction industry.

Assistant Project Managers are valued for their attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to keep multiple priorities moving forward. Their work helps bridge the gap between office and field, supporting seamless delivery from kickoff to closeout.

RK Overview

RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers’ biggest ideas to life.

Position Summary

Plan, direct and coordinate activities of designated mechanical, miscellaneous metals, or structural steel construction projects. Make sure goals are achieved in a timely manner and within budget by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Manage budgeting and scheduling. Administer contracts, buyout, documentation, meetings, billings, change conditions, labor productivity, cost control and project closeout.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise day-to-day operations of staff teams on assigned projects.
• Initiate, review and oversee required project administration and documentation to avoid claims and protect the best interest of RK Mechanical, Inc. and our client.
• Ensure contract agreements are expeditiously secured, reviewed, processed and executed.
• Review, edit, finalize and distribute project budget.
• Conduct pre-construction turnover meetings for all assigned projects.
• Ensure required permits and/or licenses are obtained and posted.
• Initiate setup, monitoring and updating of project scheduling.
• Coordinate required procurement of materials and equipment with purchasing agent, with emphasis on buyout plan to meet, or improve on, established schedule dates and budget cost.
• Subcontract agreement negotiation, preparation, processing and execution.
• Ensure required submittal review, processing and approvals, and submittal logs are set-up and maintained.
• Develop, submit and obtain approval of billing schedule of values.
• Maintain an over billed cash position, and request retention release bill-down/payments.
• Collect payments, progress billing and retention receivables, on or before due dates.
• Price, negotiate and process change condition and change order work.
• Ensure assigned projects are properly staffed with appropriate field forces. This includes: 1) review, updating and approval of labor resource loading; and, 2) labor productivity.
• Oversee tools and rental equipment use on all assigned projects. Ensure that any tools and rental equipment not required, or not being utilized, are returned immediately.
• Responsible for overall financial performance of all assigned projects, including continual cost control, management and forecasting.
• Prepare accurately, and submit on time, all required project monthly contract valuations.
• Review, approve and process all subcontractor and supplier invoices.

Qualifications

• Requires the use of advanced techniques and knowledge within his/her function.
• Applies diversified knowledge of applicable principles and practices to a broad variety of assignments.
• Makes decisions independently regarding complexities and methods.
• Supervision and guidance related largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts and policy matters.
• Liaison to groups within and outside of his/her organization with responsibility to act independently regarding matters pertaining to his/her function.
• College/University graduate with 7 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical roles.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law