Civil Construction Assistant Project Manager - Great Falls, MT

Job Description

Job Description

We’re looking for an Assistant Project Manager who wants to learn the business from the ground up, supporting both field and office operations while gaining hands-on experience across estimating, project coordination, procurement, and construction execution.

What You’ll Do

You’ll gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of civil construction projects.

• Support estimating efforts through quantity takeoffs, estimate setup, historical data tracking, and learning computer take-off software.
• Prepare and manage project documentation including submittals, O&M manuals, contracts, permits, purchase orders, and timecards.
• Coordinate material purchasing, tracking, and procurement needs.
• Organize drawings, specifications, meeting materials, and pre-construction planning documents.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Maintain compliance with company standards and procedures.

• Manage small projects with the support of a Project Manager.

• Assist with project layout, daily reporting, and coordination of job site activities.
• Support safety, quality control, and project documentation efforts.
• Review submittals and shop drawings as assigned.
• Verify material deliveries and quantities.

• Gain exposure to how multiple trades and scopes integrate throughout a project.

  What you bring:
• 5+ years of relevant field experience, or bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (ABET-accredited).
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Autodesk, Procore, etc. and familiarity with Timberline is a plus.

Skills for Success

• Desire for continuous learning and career development.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
• Interest in mastering both office and field operations to grow into project management or estimating.
• Understanding of job cost tracking, labor management, and change order processes.

If you’re motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to grow your career, we want to hear from you!