Description

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for comprehensive planning and scheduling, coordinating progress meetings with owners and engineers, and conducting internal and pre‑activity meetings to align labor, equipment, and safety requirements. They supervise personnel selection, enforce company policies, manage contract documents, control costs, handle subcontractor and vendor negotiations, maintain detailed documentation, and ensure public‑facing professionalism and OSHA compliance.

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and site logistics (field office, utilities, parking, etc.).
• Lead progress meetings with owners/engineers and internal coordination meetings with superintendents, foremen, and subcontractors.
• Conduct pre‑activity meetings for major work items to define means, methods, safety, and quality requirements.
• Select and oversee project staff, enforce company policies, and mentor junior engineers.
• Manage contract documents, permits, and claim documentation; ensure accurate billing and invoice approval.
• Control project budget, analyze cost variances, and process change orders and claims.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and vendors, manage payments, and resolve disputes.
• Maintain comprehensive daily documentation, including diaries, reports, photos, and meeting minutes.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety regulations, coordinating with the Safety Manager.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and have at least five years of heavy‑construction experience, including bridge, roadwork, and DOT projects. Required skills include strong leadership, multi‑disciplinary team management, the ability to direct subcontractors, proficiency with Microsoft Office and P‑3 scheduling software, meticulous organization, and excellent verbal and written communication.

All candidates are subject to pre‑employment screening, and accommodations for the hiring process can be requested via [email protected]. MasTec is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides a disclaimer about scams and recruiter authenticity.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and ≥5 years heavy‑construction experience.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, multi‑disciplinary team management, and excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and P‑3 (or equivalent) scheduling software.

Benefits

MasTec offers competitive pay with merit increases, a 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, disability and life insurance, paid time off, holidays, military leave, employee assistance, travel assistance, and a group legal plan.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance