Traveling Assistant Project Manager

Actalent; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Truck allowance

Cell phone allowance

Laptop provided

Per diem

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for substation construction in Bowling Green, OH. You will support Project Managers, help track budgets and schedules, and coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, and utility stakeholders on safety-focused delivery of electrical infrastructure projects.

The role requires a construction-focused degree and 3 years of related experience, with strong MS Office skills for documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, PM or related field.
• 3 years of related experience in substation, electrical, or utility construction.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in managing substation and transmission construction projects under direct supervision.
• Support development and tracking of project performance metrics, budgets, and cost controls.
• Assist with cost tracking, labor tracking, scheduling, and project reporting to keep stakeholders informed.
• Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, engineers, and utility stakeholders to support effective project execution.
• Support material procurement, submittal processes, and equipment tracking to ensure timely delivery and availability.
• Assist with subcontractor management and monitor contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain project documentation, including cost reporting, billing, scheduling, and budgeting records.
• Assist with federal and state agency correspondence and reporting as required for project compliance.

Skills

Communication

Project coordination

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Engineering / Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description: Assistant Project Manager Substation Construction

• This person will receive truck allowance, cell phone allowance, laptop provide and per diem

The Assistant Project Manager Substation provides critical project support by planning, organizing, and applying project management principles to electrical infrastructure construction projects. Working under direct supervision, this role helps ensure that substation and transmission projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with business goals. The position requires an understanding of how the construction business operates, how to respond to changing circumstances, and how to engage the right internal and external stakeholders for support. Success in this role relies on strong communication skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, consistently meet deadlines, and proactively anticipate and support internal customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in managing substation and transmission construction projects under direct supervision.
• Support the development and tracking of project performance metrics, budgets, and cost controls.
• Assist with cost tracking, labor tracking, scheduling, and project reporting to keep stakeholders informed.
• Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, engineers, and utility stakeholders to support effective project execution.
• Support material procurement, submittal processes, and equipment tracking to ensure timely delivery and availability.
• Assist with subcontractor management and monitor contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain project documentation, including cost reporting, billing, scheduling, and budgeting records.
• Assist with federal and state agency correspondence and reporting as required for project compliance.
• Help maintain and update project schedules under supervision, identifying and communicating potential impacts.
• Participate in construction-related meetings to support project coordination and resolve issues.
• Assist in proposal preparation, including estimating and quantity take-offs for upcoming projects.
• Provide onsite administrative and project support during long-term project assignments.
• Assist with change management processes, productivity tracking, and project closeout activities.
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 03 years of related experience, preferably in substation, electrical, or utility construction.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and analysis.

Work Environment

This role is based on an active project site in Bowling Green, Ohio, supporting substation and transmission construction activities. The work environment is field-oriented and fast-paced, with daily interaction among construction crews, subcontractors, engineers, and utility stakeholders.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bowling Green, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $45.67/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bowling Green,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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