Assistant Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

A well-established construction organization specializing in industrial and heavy commercial projects is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support continued growth within its project management team. The company is recognized for delivering complex projects with a strong emphasis on safety, operational excellence, and collaboration. This opportunity offers hands-on project exposure, mentorship from senior leadership, and a clear path for career advancement within a structured and growth-oriented environment.

The Assistant Project Manager will support project scheduling, buyout, estimating, document control, and coordination of self-perform teams and subcontractors. This role may involve assisting on one large project or multiple small to mid-sized projects simultaneously, with delivery methods including Self-Perform, General Contracting, and Construction Management. Projects typically range from $500K to $15M in value. Travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the organization’s safety culture and comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Assist with adherence to standard operating procedures for estimating, purchasing, and project control
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, clients, and design teams to support project success
• Assist in managing project financials including cost tracking, forecasting, and change order documentation
• Support document control processes including submittals, RFIs, change orders, punch lists, and closeout documentation
• Assist with project buyout and coordination with estimating teams
• Support estimating tasks including budgets, bulletins, and change request pricing
• Coordinate subcontractor and self-perform scopes alongside field supervision
• Maintain communication with clients and project stakeholders
• Assist in establishing construction budgets and project setup processes
• Support planning, scheduling, and logistics coordination
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera
• Support contract administration including letters of intent, purchase orders, and sub-agreements
• Assist with submittal tracking and coordination with project engineers
• Support distribution of drawings and specifications for field execution
• Monitor construction progress including tracking labor, materials, and schedule updates
• Assist with project closeout including documentation, compliance, and punch list management
• Travel may be required

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience or relevant internships within a General Contracting or Construction Management environment
• Direct experience with water/wastewater treatment plant projects required
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, document control systems, and FTP platforms
• Experience with Sage 300, ProCore, Prolog, or similar construction software preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support multiple projects simultaneously

This is a strong opportunity for a construction professional seeking hands-on project experience, career development, and long-term growth within a respected and expanding construction organization. For immediate consideration, please contact Kyle Meyer directly.

About The Agency Recruiting

The Agency Recruiting is a specialized search firm that connects high-performing talent with growth-focused organizations across a diverse range of industries nationwide. Through strategic and confidential recruiting partnerships, we help companies secure the leadership and professional talent that drives long-term success.

All career opportunities listed on The Agency Recruiting’s official website and official LinkedIn page are verified and deemed credible. Any postings appearing on ancillary job boards or third-party sites are not verified by The Agency Recruiting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Agency Recruiting follows Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.