Assistant Project Manager (Traveling) - Foundations

Summit Line Construction; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

401(k) immediate vesting

Several medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

Summit Line Construction in Reno, Nevada is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support high-voltage electric transmission projects. The role involves project planning, budgeting, and management of subcontractors with an emphasis on safety and quality.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in construction management or related field, strong communication skills, and will be willing to travel extensively. Benefits include PTO from day one, 401(k) with employer match, and various medical plans.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in project management or related role.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and building codes.
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and coordinating foundation construction.
• Responsible for the lifecycle of a project.
• Maintain electronic and printed files according to document control practices.

Skills

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Organizational abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

CMiC

Procore

Job description

About Us

Summit Line Construction, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Headquartered in Heber City, Utah, we offer powerline and substation construction and maintenance services in a variety of utility markets. Like many Quanta operating companies, Summit Line continues to experience significant growth. As our national operations expand, we seek motivated individuals to join the team!

Position Overview

The Assistant Project Manager will participate in the planning, directing, and coordinating of foundation construction supporting high-voltage electric transmission, substation, and distribution projects throughout the country. This role involves conceptual development and oversight of project organization, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, subcontractor management, safety, quality, and implementation. The position requires up to 100% travel to project locations throughout the west.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Management

• Responsible for the lifecycle of a project
• Receive work authorization from customer and download IFC job packets
• Communicate with field operations team for field review/preparation
• Receive field communications on required resources
• Create job schedule with field ops and subcontractors
• Assist with budget projections for labor, material, equipment, and subcontractors
• Submit and track utility locates and additional dependencies
• Notify customers of clear dependencies, outage information, and schedule dates
• Develop change orders and update clients on any rescheduling or issues
• Input, review, and analyze field production tracking data
• Confirm completed job packets and verify proper completion
• Submit completed job packets to quality control specialists

Contract Administration

• Support preparation, review, and documentation of contract revisions, changes, and additions with suppliers and subcontractors
• Assist in negotiating revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with suppliers and subcontractors

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain electronic and printed files in accordance with document control practices
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for all construction activities
• Assist in preparing and updating project documentation, including submittals and RFIs
• Manage and report project costs against the forecasted budget; report findings to leadership

Stakeholder Communication and Issue Resolution

• Communicate with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer

Material and Quality Management

• Execute corrective actions to address delays, adverse weather conditions, or emergencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in construction management, civil or construction engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of experience in project management, field engineering, construction management, or a related role within foundation drilling, deep foundations, concrete construction, utility civil construction, or similar environments
• Strong technical proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with construction ERP and project management software such as CMiC or Procore preferred
• Solid understanding of budget management, industry best practices, and the ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and applicable building codes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while also being a collaborative team player; self-starter with proactive problem‑solving skills
• Strong organizational, leadership, and multitasking abilities with the capacity to prioritize work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to adjust to changing priorities, schedules, and project conditions
• Willingness and ability to frequently travel to project sites as required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
• Must successfully pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings and a criminal background check

Benefits

• PTO that starts accruing DAY 1
• 401(k) immediate vesting; employer match starting same day
• Several medical plans to choose from
• Dental plan and vision plan
• Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability
• Paid holidays
• Pet insurance
• Employee discounts, EAP and wellness program
• Identity theft protection and so much more

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.