Project Manager Assistant

Rawl & Sons, Inc.; Pelion (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits Package

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Growth Opportunities

Sustainability & Purpose

Team Environment

Stable Industry

Job summary

WP Rawl is seeking a Project Manager Assistant to join the Plant Maintenance team in Pelion, SC. This hands-on role focuses on day-to-day project execution, working with contractors and internal teams to keep projects moving forward.

The position requires 1+ year of coordination experience and 2+ years of technical trade exposure in industrial settings, with strong organizational and communication skills. 75% field work, 25% admin tasks, and a valid driver's license are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year experience coordinating projects or operations.
• 2+ years of recent technical trade experience in industrial settings.
• Experience with industrial electrical, mechanical, fabrication, hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and learning PM software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities for maintenance, facility, and capital projects.
• Monitor progress of ongoing work and maintain presence in project areas.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, internal departments, materials, deliveries, and schedules.
• Ensure contractors have access to information, materials and resources.
• Work with Production, Maintenance, QA, IT and other teams to resolve issues.
• Track project status and communicate to affected teams.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Software adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Assoc or Bachelor's in PM/Construction/Eng Tech

Tools

Project management software

Job description

WP Rawl is a grower, processor, and distributor of farm fresh vegetables harvested year-round. Since 1925, our headquarters in the Midlands of South Carolina has grown from a small family operation to a business employing nearly 800 team members.

We are currently seeking a Project Manager Assistant to join our Plant Maintenance team in Pelion, SC. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys being involved in the day‑to‑day execution of projects, working with contractors and internal teams, solving problems, and making sure projects continue moving forward.

This position will spend approximately 75% of the time in the field and 25% performing administrative duties, supporting active capital, maintenance, and facility projects. Project Manager Assistant

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate day‑to‑day activities for maintenance, facility, and capital projects.
• Maintain an active presence in project areas and monitor the progress of ongoing work.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, internal departments, materials, deliveries, and project schedules.
• Make sure contractors have the access, information, materials, and resources needed to complete their work.
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Warehouse, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, IT, and other departments.
• Identify potential project delays or operational issues and work toward resolution.
• Communicate project status, upcoming work, shutdowns, deliveries, and contractor activity to affected teams.
• Maintain project schedules, records, quotes, purchase orders, invoices, budgets, and other documentation.
• Obtain and follow up on contractor and vendor proposals and quotes.
• Assist with material lists, purchasing needs, and delivery coordination.
• Independently coordinate lower‑risk projects while supporting larger capital projects.
• Follow open items through completion and ensure outstanding actions do not get overlooked. Project Manager Assistant Project Manager Assistant

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience assisting with project coordination or operations coordination.
• At least 2 years of recent technical trade experience in construction, manufacturing, power production, technical service, distribution, or a related industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical, mechanical, fabrication, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow projects through completion.
• Ability to take initiative, anticipate what needs to happen next, and make routine decisions without constant direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn project management and maintenance software.
• Ability and willingness to work in both an office environment and active manufacturing/project areas.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean MVR. Project Manager Assistant Project Manager Assistant

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay
• Full Benefits Package – Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, and more.
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Career Growth Opportunities – Build your skills and grow within the company
• Sustainability & Purpose – Be part of a company committed to growing fresh, healthy food
• Team Environment – Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting
• Stable Industry – Join a family-owned company that has been growing since 1925

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a manufacturing, production, construction, mechanical, refrigeration, electrical, or industrial environment is preferred. Experience reading drawings or schematics and coordinating contractors, installations, shutdowns, or capital projects would also be beneficial. An associate or bachelor's degree in project management, construction management, business administration, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred but not required, and equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

ABOUT WP RAWL

Growing fresh vegetables, our team and our business all for the Glory of God.