Assistant Project Manager

Description

The Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of day-to-day operations on high-performance data center construction projects. Working under direct supervision, the Assistant Project Manage performs routine tasks focused on gathering, organizing, and distributing technical and logistical information to ensure seamless delivery of mission-critical infrastructure.

• Participating in coordination meetings with trade partners, design teams, and client stakeholders to address labor, scheduling, and system integration concerns; taking minutes as required
• Reviewing and becoming familiar with project contract documents, specifications, and drawings, with emphasis on MEP systems, redundancy requirements, and commissioning protocols
• Reporting all incidents, near hits, and hazards to management
• Assisting in developing scopes of work for subcontractors, particularly those handling electrical, mechanical, and low-voltage systems
• Providing suggestions to improve safety and contributing to prestart and safety meetings
• Supporting constructability reviews with a focus on high-density cooling, power distribution, and fire suppression systems
• Attending preconstruction meetings with subcontractors prior to each phase of work, including white space buildouts and equipment installations
• Coordinating punch list items and procedures with a focus on critical path systems and client readiness
• Assisting with change management by soliciting, reviewing, and organizing quotations for IOCCs and Change Orders related to infrastructure upgrades
• Supporting development and maintenance of the site logistics plan, including laydown areas for generators, chillers, and switchgear
• Reviewing and distributing RFIs and submittals under supervision, with attention to lead times and system compatibility
• Complying with statutory requirements, including duty of care and OSHA standards
• Assisting in estimating and bidding processes, tracking costs for MEP trades and long-lead equipment to maintain budget alignment
• Advising fellow employees of hazardous situations and participating in workplace inspections
• Participating in assigned training, including lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, and confined space entry
• Assisting in managing the permit process for electrical, mechanical, and fire protection systems
• Assisting with administration of the site safety program and ensuring Trade Partner compliance with Yates Site Specific Requirements and applicable codes
• Providing field support to construction superintendents and project managers to ensure compliance with data center-specific standards
• Documenting technical, financial, and personnel aspects of the project, including updates to commissioning schedules and equipment delivery logs
• Wearing and maintaining personal PPE appropriate for high-voltage and confined space work zones
• Assisting with project close-out documentation, including commissioning reports, asset tagging, and turnover packages

Requirements

• Effective time management and prioritization in fast-paced environments
• Refusing unsafe work and adhering to Yates Safety Procedures and Work Practices specific to data center environments
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, blueprints, installation manuals, and engineering drawings related to MEP and low-voltage systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel); familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools preferred
• Knowledge of construction and engineering principles, especially in mission-critical environments
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and trade partners
• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Understanding of business principles sufficient to project and monitor expenses
• Relevant education, training, or work experience may substitute for degree

Benefits

• Flexible and adaptable team player with a proactive mindset

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance