Associate Project Manager

Group PMX; United States; On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Group PMX is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with a focus on transportation infrastructure to support planning, execution, and delivery of projects. You will work with Project Managers, engineers, clients, and agencies to ensure schedules, budgets, quality, and objectives are met.

The role emphasizes coordination, documentation, and proactive risk management across highways, bridges, transit, rail, and airport initiatives. A related Bachelor’s degree and 2–5 years’ experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Business, Construction Management, Civil/Transportation Engineering.
• 2–5 years in project coordination or assistant PM roles in transportation/infrastructure.
• Experience with highways, bridges, transit, rail, airports, or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera P6, or similar PM tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with DOT/public-sector project delivery processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables for transportation projects.
• Coordinate meetings, track action items, and maintain project documentation.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams, clients, agencies, consultants, and vendors.
• Monitor progress and identify risks, issues, and schedule impacts.
• Support planning, permitting, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and executive summaries for leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Primavera P6

Job description

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Do you thrive on tackling complex challenges and leveraging your technical expertise to drive results? Do you value working in a supportive and inclusive environment where your professional growth is a top priority? At Group PMX, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your skills through comprehensive training, education, and in-house mentorship. We also encourage active participation in industry trade, business, and professional associations to keep you at the forefront of your field.

Assistant Project Manager (Transportation)

Salary: $105K-120,000

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager with a background in transportation infrastructure projects to support the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects. This role will work closely with Project Managers, engineers, clients, agency stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure schedules, budgets, quality standards, and project objectives are achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables for transportation-related projects, including highways, roads, bridges, transit, rail, airport, and other infrastructure initiatives.
• Coordinate meetings, track action items, and maintain project documentation, including reports, submittals, and agency correspondence.
• Support communication between internal teams, clients, public agencies, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify project risks, issues, and potential schedule impacts.
• Assist with project planning, permitting, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, project status updates, and executive summaries for leadership and clients.
• Support contract administration, change order tracking, budget monitoring, and invoicing processes.
• Ensure compliance with company processes, project management best practices, and applicable transportation industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of project coordination, assistant project management, or project controls experience, preferably within the transportation, infrastructure, engineering, or construction industry.
• Experience supporting transportation projects such as highways, bridges, transit systems, rail, airports, or municipal infrastructure programs.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera P6, or similar platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with DOT, transit agency, or public-sector project delivery processes is preferred.
• PMP, CAPM, CCM, or related certifications are a plus.

One Team. Shared Success. At Group PMX, we are more than just a project, program, and construction management company; we are a community of passionate professionals dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and creating collaborative environments that promote better project performance outcomes for our clients and partners. Our core purpose is to build, align, and coordinate high-performance teams around a “project-first thinking culture.” We foster a “one team” environment where every team member, from entry-level to senior management, plays a crucial role in our success.

With a portfolio of over 1,000 projects for public, private, and nonprofit owners in buildings, infrastructure, and energy markets, we have a proven track record. Our services are tailored to meet our clients where they are, providing the talent, tools, and technology they need to keep moving forward. Whether managing the execution of projects, offering a suite of support services, or advising during critical project phases, we continuously strive for excellence. Our efforts have been widely recognized, and in 2025, ENR New York named us on its list of Top Contractors for the sixth consecutive year.

Group PMX is a certified MBE, DBE, SBE, and LBE firm.

Group PMX is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.