Assistant Project Manager

U.S. Engineering

Westminster (CO)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 113,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus

Health, dental, and vision plans

Matching retirement contributions

Matching 529 contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

U.S. Engineering is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the Project Manager with coordinating onsite construction activities, planning, and ensuring that project objectives are met on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science Management, Architectural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, plus 4–6 years of HVAC, piping, and plumbing experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science Management, Architectural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
4–6 years’ technical or administrative experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing at commercial/industrial level.

Responsibilities

Assist Project Manager in developing and nurturing client relationships.
Coordinate purchasing, procurement, subcontracts, submittals, and project schedules.
Monitor project control and construction through on-site supervision to ensure quality on schedule within budget.
Manage subcontractor proposals, reviews, and subcontracts issuance.
Coordinate safety programs and oversee job site safety reviews.
Identify opportunities for future projects and network internally and externally.

Skills

Client relationships

Scheduling

Onsite coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science Management

Architectural Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent technical training

Job description

U.S. Engineering has been an industry leader through constant innovation and a willingness to evolve. The construction industry changes rapidly, and we cultivate a dynamic workplace where even our newest team members can influence change and make an impact. We know that our most valuable asset is our people. Join us!

Assistant Project Manager

U.S. Engineering Construction is national construction project execution reimagined. We drive innovation in off-site manufacturing, specialty prefabrication, preconstruction, and mechanical construction services. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will assist the Project Manager with a variety of project related functions including planning and coordinating onsite construction activities for designated projects, to ensure that project objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

Assist Project Manager in the development and nurturing of client relationships
Coordination of purchasing, procurement, subcontracts and submittals, and project schedules.
Monitors control and construction of project through administrative direction of on-site superintendent and other field and office personnel associated with the project, to ensure quality project is built on schedule within budget.
Responsible for-profit management of assigned projects.
Fosters effective relationships with project team, as well as clients, vendors, subcontractors, etc.
Review and processing of submittals.
Manages subcontractor proposal requests, scope reviews and the issuing of subcontracts
Participate with monitoring schedule of field and subcontractor progress.
Assists in the coordination of safety programs and oversees job site safety reviews.
Coordinates all job correspondence.
Identifies opportunities for future projects and networks internally and externally to pursue such opportunities.
Responsible for project closeouts.
Responsible for reinforcing the company’s core values in how the project work is performed.

Assistant Project Manager

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

Assist Project Manager in the development and nurturing of client relationships
Coordination of purchasing, procurement, subcontracts and submittals, and project schedules.
Monitors control and construction of project through administrative direction of on-site superintendent and other field and office personnel associated with the project, to ensure quality project is built on schedule within budget.
Responsible for-profit management of assigned projects.
Fosters effective relationships with project team, as well as clients, vendors, subcontractors, etc.
Review and processing of submittals.
Manages subcontractor proposal requests, scope reviews and the issuing of subcontracts
Participate with monitoring schedule of field and subcontractor progress.
Issues large purchase orders.
Assists in the coordination of safety programs and oversees job site safety reviews.
Coordinates all job correspondence.
Identifies opportunities for future projects and networks internally and externally to pursue such opportunities.
Responsible for project closeouts.
Responsible for reinforcing the company’s core values in how the project work is performed.

Job Scope and Other Information

Scope of work may vary, from working on one large project, to several smaller size projects.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science Management, Architectural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
Equivalent technical training and related experience will be considered.
Minimum of 4 to 6 years’ technical or administrative experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing at a commercial, industrial, or institutional level.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of construction engineering technology, processes, and standards.
Team orientation and collaborative spirit.
Self-motivation: ability to drive results.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to develop and foster strong professional relationships.
Basic level of business acumen.
Ability to proactively identify potential problems and their solutions.

Physical and/or travel demands:

Routine driving to project sites required. Work will be done in a combination of office and job site environments.
Travel to, temporary assignment, or relocation may be required based on project needs and locations.
Physical demands include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and lifting. Position includes sitting and standing, use of telephone, keyboard, and computer monitor.

Benefits and Compensation:

The range for this position has been established at $80,154.00 - $113,218.00
per yearand is US Engineering’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.

This position will be posted until September 15, 2026.

U.S. Engineering is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer‑employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. U.S. Engineering is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre‑employment drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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