Assistant Project Manager, Construction Utilities Projects
Job Description
The Assistant Project Manager supports the successful delivery of construction projects by coordinating daily activities, maintaining project documentation, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role works closely with the Project Manager and cross-functional teams to monitor project progress, manage changes, and facilitate effective communication among contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders. It offers hands-on exposure to high-voltage utility work, including transmission, substation, and grid modernization projects, in a stable, long-term program environment.
Responsibilities
Communicate proactively with contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth day-to-day project operations.
Monitor project progress against schedules and milestones, identify potential risks or delays, and propose practical solutions to keep the project on track.
Maintain accurate and organized project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, correspondence, and compliance records.
Ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality standards, and internal company policies throughout all phases of the project.
Assist in managing change orders by tracking scope changes, coordinating approvals, and updating project documentation accordingly.
Support cost control and financial tracking activities, including monitoring budgets, expenses, and forecasted costs.
Participate in site inspections to observe construction activities, verify work in place, and report on progress and issues.
Provide regular updates on construction activities to the Project Manager and other stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and required actions.
Support the Project Manager in project closeout activities, including final inspections, punch list coordination, and completion of all closeout documentation.
Collaborate with project management, engineering, and field teams to coordinate RFIs, change orders, and other project coordination needs.
Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes by sharing lessons learned and recommending enhancements.
Essential Skills
Degree in Construction Management or a related field, and/or a minimum of 1+ years of experience in construction project management, assistant project management, project engineering, or a similar role.
Experience in construction projects in residential, commercial, or industrial environments.
Strong knowledge of construction processes and construction management principles.
Practical experience with project management and project coordination in a construction setting.
Ability to support and understand RFIs, change orders, estimation, and project engineering activities.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities in coordinating tasks and supporting project teams.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and recommend effective solutions.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience supporting utility construction projects such as transmission, substations, or grid modernization initiatives.
Exposure to high-voltage transmission, substations, protection and control, civil and foundation work, or energized utility work.
Familiarity with cost control practices, financial tracking, and project estimation in construction projects.
Interest in growing into project management, leadership, or specialized technical roles within the utility and power industry.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain comprehensive and accurate project records.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with project managers, assistant project managers, project coordinators, and engineering teams.
Why This Assistant Project Manager Role?
Support long-term transmission, substation, and grid modernization projects backed by significant multi-year capital investment and a strong regional backlog.
Join a nationally recognized utility contractor with over 60 years of experience and a best-in-class reputation for safety, quality, and execution.
Step into a true assistant project management role, supporting cost control, scheduling, change orders, RFIs, documentation, and project closeout.
Gain career-advancing utility construction experience, including exposure to high-voltage transmission, substations, protection & control, civil/foundation work, and energized environments.
Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Engineering, subcontractors, and vendors, earning hands-on ownership of project deliverables, not just administrative tasks.
Based primarily out of the Fort Wayne, IN office with minimal travel and a consistent Monday-Friday schedule.
Clear growth path into full Project Manager, leadership, or specialized roles within the company.
Contribute to purpose-driven infrastructure projects that improve grid reliability, support storm restoration, and deliver critical services to local communities.
Work Environment
This position is primarily office-based, working from a Fort Wayne, IN office in a professional project management setting. The role follows a Monday-Friday schedule, averaging 40 hours per week. While most work occurs in the office, the Assistant Project Manager can expect occasional site visits a few times per month to observe construction activities and participate in inspections. The work environment is highly collaborative, involving regular interaction with project managers, assistant project managers, project coordinators, engineers, and field personnel. The organization offers a stable, long-term workload focused on transmission, substation, and grid modernization programs, providing exposure to critical utility infrastructure projects that improve grid reliability and support communities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
