Field-Focused Assistant Project Manager - Utilities (OSP)

CARIAN; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits

401(k) match

On-call support

Job summary

CARIAN is seeking an Assistant Project Manager / Staff Engineer to support the delivery of overhead utility construction projects for a major electric utility client in New Jersey. The role suits candidates with field or construction experience who are highly organized and safety-conscious.

An engineering degree is not required; focus is on field coordination, project awareness, and communication. Responsibilities include coordinating with contractors, planning and executing projects, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in utility construction, operations, engineering, or field project management.
• Strong understanding of overhead electric distribution work.
• Able to coordinate field activity across multiple job sites and teams.
• Clear communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and general project tracking tools.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation to field locations.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of overhead electric distribution construction projects.
• Coordinate with contractors on project scope, schedule, materials, and readiness.
• Conduct pre-construction site walkdowns and field reviews.
• Ensure construction work aligns with utility safety practices, operational requirements, and reliability goals.
• Collaborate with client teams to update GIS data and field prints (including redlines).
• Assist with outage coordination and contingency planning.
• Track field progress, flag issues, and support resolution.
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional planning meetings.
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide limited after-hours/on-call support as needed during emergencies.

Skills

Field coordination

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Outlook

Excel

Project tracking tools

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

CARIAN is seeking an Assistant Project Manager / Staff Engineer to support the delivery of overhead utility construction projects for a major electric utility client in New Jersey. The role suits candidates with field or construction experience who are highly organized and safety-conscious.

An engineering degree is not required; focus is on field coordination, project awareness, and communication. Responsibilities include coordinating with contractors, planning and executing projects, and