Assistant Project Manager

Peterson Consulting Group is partnering with a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm in the Pacific Northwest to hire an Assistant Project Manager. This organization delivers complex earth-moving, road-building, and underground utility infrastructure projects and is well regarded for exceptional service, technical capability, and lasting client partnerships. Their culture is grounded in quality, integrity, and a commitment to exceeding expectations on every project.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all phases of heavy civil construction projects
• Ensure safety protocols are being followed; reinforce safety culture through daily and weekly briefings and project-specific safety planning
• Assist in pre-construction planning including risk assessment, safety requirements, submittal planning, and scheduling inputs
• Help ensure quality control procedures and internal checks are consistently implemented and documented
• Maintain accurate project documentation including daily reports, quantity tracking, testing results, submittals, RFIs, correspondence, and certifications
• Coordinate with field supervision daily to monitor progress, identify issues, and maintain photo documentation
• Review and validate daily labor and equipment reporting to ensure proper job cost coding
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor coordination including scheduling, compliance documentation, and scope alignment
• Support daily job cost tracking and assist in preparing cost reports, forecasting, and projections
• Participate in client, subcontractor, and internal planning meetings as needed

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent field experience
• Experience with project management software such as HCSS HeavyJob, HeavyBid, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with electronic document control and file management systems
• Exposure to CPM-based scheduling platforms such as MS Project, SureTrak, or Primavera P6
• Experience supporting heavy civil projects (roadways, utilities, site development, public works, etc. — internship experience accepted)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• PTO
• Community Involvement Initiatives
• Team Building Events
• Annual Company Events
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k
• Paid Holidays