Assistant Construction Project Manager

About Us

Brink Constructors, Inc. is an electrical contractor with over 75 years of experience in high-voltage transmission line and substation erection. With a long and industrious history, our experienced team continues to help power the nation now and into the future.

At Brink, our success stems from the skilled personnel that we employ and the philosophy we instill to follow and uphold our core fundamental ideals including Safety First. Becoming a member of the Brink team is more than “just a job” or satisfactory employment—at Brink, we build careers, and we invest in the future of our people. Bring your skills to light and power your future with our team.

About this Role

Brink Constructors, Inc.

The Assistant Construction Project Manager (APM) role is designed as a  developmental position for individuals looking to grow their careers in construction project management within the power delivery industry. Working closely with an experienced Project Manager and project team, the APM gains hands-on exposure to planning, coordination, documentation, and execution of transmission and substation projects.

This role emphasizes learning by doing , with structured support, mentorship, and increasing responsibility over time. The APM supports project activities across the full project lifecycle while developing the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to progress into a Project Manager role. Assignments may include supporting multiple projects concurrently and collaborating with field leadership and operational support teams.

Pay: This is an exempt/salary position. The pay range is $67,500 - $80,000. Pay may vary depending on your location, skills, and experience.

Location/Travel Requirements: Position is based on site at project locations in South Dakota, North Dakota, and Nebraska  and may require extended assignments at a single location or travel between job sites, as business needs demand. This role requires approximately 75% or more travel to support project execution.

What You'll Do

• Support the Project Manager with project setup activities including schedules, budgets, cost codes, and project documentation
• Assist with tracking project controls such as production data, cost reports, forecasts, and progress metrics
• Coordinate material management activities including submittals, RFIs, purchase orders, and change documentation
• Maintain accurate project records such as job books, daily reports, field documentation, progress photos, and closeout records
• Coordinate and communicate with field leadership, safety, project controls, procurement, and support teams
• Support project-specific safety planning, reporting, and compliance efforts
• Assist with preparing project updates, reports, and documentation for internal reviews
• Support invoice processing, project closeout documentation, and participation in lessons learned
• Learn and apply Brink’s standards, processes, and procedures while building core project management skills
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the Project Manager

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Foundational understanding of construction project management concepts, or a strong desire to learn them
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn project management and scheduling systems
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and willingness to collaborate with field and office teams
• Interest in professional development and career growth toward a Project Manager role
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required by project assignments

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with schedules, budgets, documentation, and contract-related processes preferred
• Exposure to power delivery construction environments (transmission, distribution, or substation)
• Experience submitting utility locate requests through state or regional one-call systems

This job requires a DOT physical and a current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.

Pre-screen:  Upon offer, employees will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and MVR check.

What You'll Get

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match (traditional & Roth available)
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Additional Voluntary benefits available
• Employee Discounts
• Company paid:
  • Health Plan (HDHP 5,000 -other plan options available for cost)
  • Long Term Disability
  • 1X Base Salary life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Brink Constructors, Inc. does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Brink Constructors, Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Brink Constructors, Inc. will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Brink Constructors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, status as a covered veteran, or other military status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.