T&D Project Manager Assistant — 25% Travel & Growth

Burns & McDonnell; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) retirement program

Job summary

Responsibilities include document control, RFP development, submittals, change orders, and project controls. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with MS Office and Primavera experience preferred. Contract: full-time, on-site; travel ~25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in project management or coordination.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and willingness to work overtime.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Primavera Contract Manager or similar is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering disciplines and global practice teams in the execution of Design-only and/or EPC projects.
• Assist in developing RFP packages and bid responses; contribute to scopes of work for downstream contracts.
• Manage contractor submittals, RFIs, and site drawing logs.
• Monitor contractor compliance with QA, safety, and environmental standards.
• Administer contract execution, including change orders and schedule oversight.
• Contribute to project controls: cost reporting, scheduling, WBS, and project setup in accounting systems.
• Prepare and maintain internal and external reports, including budget analyses and project status updates.
• Participate in project risk reviews and coordinate with Legal as needed.
• Ensure closeout of all project and contract documentation.
• Adhere to safety programs and promote safety performance across teams.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal comms

Analytical and problem-solving

Overtime adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Primavera Contract Manager

Job description

Responsibilities include document control, RFP development, submittals, change orders, and project controls. Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with MS Office and Primavera experience preferred. Contract: full-time, on-site; travel ~25%.