Assistant Project Manager - Grow into PM (Automation)

Interstates Companies; Reppert Addition (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan + Company Match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Bonus Incentives

Family & safety culture

Job summary

Interstates seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the Automation group, working with professional service teams to keep projects on track and deliver quality work. The role focuses on project controls, scheduling, and coordination with trade partners, with continuous coaching during a growth-focused career path.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional development, offering a clear path toward a PM role within 2–3 years and a competitive compensation package plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate's degree in Construction Engineering, Business Administration, Engineering technology or Construction Management.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and jobsite leadership in managerial and leadership functions on the project
• Run project control systems for the benefit of the project team
• CPM schedule creation and updating/communicating
• Last Planner/White Board crew scheduling
• RFI's, submittals, meeting minutes, and other site communication
• Act as a project analyst; assess project controls information and assist jobsite leadership in problem solving and alternate methods to achieve project success
• Provide estimating take-offs and other support for analysis and change orders
• Attend client meetings onsite and collaborate with trade contractors
• Prepare information for, and participate in, monthly project reviews
• Assist in procurement and expediting of materials and subcontracts
• Promote the Interstates safety culture daily

Skills

Project tracking

Team leadership

Communication skills

Client communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or associate's degree in Construction Engineering, Business Administration, Engineering technology or Construction Management

Job description

Interstates seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support the Automation group, working with professional service teams to keep projects on track and deliver quality work. The role focuses on project controls, scheduling, and coordination with trade partners, with continuous coaching during a growth-focused career path.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professional development, offering a clear path toward a PM role within 2–3 years and a competitive compensation package plus