Assistant Project Manager - Civil

Job summary

Support project planning and execution through estimating, scheduling, procurement, cost reporting, documentation, and coordination with subcontractors, vendors, field teams, and engineering teams. Monitor budgets and project progress, support safety and client communications, assist with emergency response, and contribute to process improvements.

Job details

The Hays Civil Construction team are partnered with a true leader in the construction industry across North America. Your new Company The company is recognized as a leader in the Civil Infrastructure industry. It has strong self-performing capabilities and an extensive history of successfully delivering on very large and complex jobs across Canada and the US. The civil portfolio is made up of tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways and large scale development. Due to continued growth, the team is excited to welcome aboard the Assistant Project Manager. Your new Role As the Assistant Project Manager, you will report directly to the Construction Manager and will work closely with the Field Operations and Engineering teams, playing a critical role in scheduling, planning, procurement, and execution of assigned projects. Your day to day will consist of the following: Support estimating, bid preparation, and proposal development; Prepare and maintain project schedules, cost reports, and progress updates; Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and material deliveries to support field operations; Manage project documentation, including RFIs, change orders, and client reporting; Monitor financial performance, forecast costs, and ensure adherence to budgets; Collaborate with field teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to quality standards; Participate in safety meetings, client briefings, and internal reviews; Provide support during storm restoration and emergency response activities; Contribute to process improvements to streamline project execution. What you’ll need to Succeed To succeed as the Assistant Project Manager, you will bring: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field; 5–10 years of experience in construction project management (bridge construction experience is required); strong understanding of project management fundamentals, scheduling, and budgeting; Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera, or Procore is a plus; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams; Highly organized with strong attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities; Self motivated, team oriented, and eager to learn; Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites. What you’ll Get in Return As the Assistant Project Manager, you will be joining one of the largest players in the Civil Construction industry across North America. You will earn a compensation package of $100- $130, 000.00/ year + dependent on experience. You will be part of a significant and exciting project and be investing in your Civil Construction career in the long term. Please note AI may be used throughout our screening process. This is for an existing vacancy within our client.

What you’ll do

Support project planning and execution through estimating, scheduling, procurement, cost reporting, documentation, and coordination with subcontractors, vendors, field teams, and engineering teams. Monitor budgets and project progress, support safety and client communications, assist with emergency response, and contribute to process improvements.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field and 5–10 years of construction project management experience are required, including bridge construction experience. Candidates should have strong scheduling and budgeting knowledge, Microsoft Office proficiency, excellent communication and organizational skills, and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites.

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Vendor Coordination · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Scheduling
• Budgeting
• Cost Forecasting
• Estimating
• Bid Preparation
• Proposal Development
• Subcontractor Coordination
• Vendor Coordination
• Procurement
• Project Documentation
• Change Order Management
• Financial Performance Monitoring
• Construction Project Management
• Bridge Construction
• Microsoft Office
• Communication

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Security & Safety

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