Assistant Project Manager

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Westwood is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support our Power Division. The ideal candidate will assist in managing project lifecycles, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budgetary constraints. This role involves collaboration with project managers and cross-functional teams to facilitate communication, track progress, and mitigate risks.


Requirements

• Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of power-related projects.
• Support project managers in coordinating schedules, resources, and budgets.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports and meeting minutes.
• Assist in stakeholder communication and project updates.
• Conduct research and analysis to support project initiatives.
• Help identify project risks and develop strategies for mitigation.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to ensure project specifications are met.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in project management, preferably within the power or energy sector.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Description


$85,000 to $95,000