Assistant Project Manager I

Description

Our client relationships are the foundation of our success, and our primary goal is to help each of our clients achieve their vision. We do this by carefully managing the details and complexities of each project and communicating constantly with all team members.

• Support material tracking, equipment deliveries, and subcontractor coordination—especially for critical clean room/dry room components.
• Ensure work is completed to quality standards and contract specifications.
• Help facilitate commissioning and close-out documentation, ensuring cleanroom and dry room environments meet required specs (e.g., ISO classification, dew point targets).
• Assist with document control and project management software (e.g., ProjectSight, Bluebeam, MS Project, Excel).
• Interface with subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to support project execution and resolve field-level challenges.
• Help monitor project schedules and budgets, flagging potential issues and assisting with corrective actions.
• Follow Yates Code of Conduct.
• Maintain and track project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and logs.
• Review project contract documents, specifications and drawings.
• Assist the project team in coordinating design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Participate in site walks, quality inspections, and safety audits to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

Requirements

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience on technically complex, fast-paced industrial projects with direct exposure to advanced manufacturing and high-spec construction practices.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the construction of a high-performance manufacturing facility, with a focus on cleanroom and dry room (CRDR) environments. The APM will work closely with the CRDR team and broader construction team to coordinate daily project activities, maintain documentation, support field operations, and ensure that project goals related to schedule, safety, and quality are consistently met. This individual must be a flexible and adaptable team player, as well as possess strong communication and client service skills.

• High proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ProjectSight or similar platform is a plus.
• Familiarity with basic construction processes, documentation workflows, and subcontractor coordination.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Understanding of cleanroom classifications (ISO 14644) or environmental controls (e.g., dew point, particulate levels).
• Comfortable reading plans and specs and learning technical terminology related to HVAC, humidity control, and cleanroom systems.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute to a team environment.
• Exposure to large-scale manufacturing construction, such as battery, semiconductor, or pharmaceutical projects.
• 1–3 years of experience in commercial or industrial construction, ideally with exposure to clean rooms, dry rooms, or high-tech manufacturing.
• Basic math/accounting skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance