Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project ManagerContract Assistant Project Manager Location: Reading, PA Onsite Flexibility: Onsite Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 12 months Start: June 18, 2026 Pay Rate: $50.00–$54.00 / Hour (USD) Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Job Summary Our client has an immediate need for Assistant Project Managers to support a program of transmission line, substation, and communications construction projects across Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia/Maryland. This Program has been in progress for 11 years, and has a runway of another 5 years. The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for supporting Senior Project Managers with cost management of individual projects, the successful completion of the projects within the specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, and any other project stakeholders.Examples of Project Types: Substation – complete substation rebuild & conversion projects (ring bus, breaker & a half, double-breaker). Terminal upgrades including breakers, relays, and other physical equipment. Some relay-only or equipment-only replacements - Voltages: 34.5kV–500kV Transmission Line – complete line rebuilds, line rehabs, line switch replacements, customer connections. - Voltages: 46kV–138kV Communications projects: Replacement of RTUs, cell antennas, microwave towers. Installation of MPLS, ADSS & OPGW fiber builds New Transmission Customer connections and Generator interconnections (solar, onshore & offshore wind) Project budgets range from Small ($250k–$1M), Medium $2M–$5M to Large ($5M–$50M) 90% of projects are in a brownfield environment – usually reconfiguring existing substations to new configurations, or rebuilding transmission lines to higher capacities.Key Responsibilities The responsibilities of the Assistant Project Manager are to support Senior Project Managers with normal project duties. The goal is to train assistant project managers in all aspects of project management and construction subject matter expertise. Assistant PMs will learn from other senior team members, take on tasks and activities throughout the project, and eventually take on their own projects.Each PM manages 10–20 projects from inception to completionVet the initial scope received and develop a project work plan with Engineering & Client StakeholdersDevelop outage requests and sequenced work plans with SMEs & Client contractor partnersWork with Engineering to facilitate major and minor material equipment procurementCoordinate environmental and non-environmental permitting review and submittalDevelop RFP packages for construction bid events, including written scopes of work, baseline schedules, and permitting packages. Evaluate contractor bids and recommend award to Client.Facilitate Pre-Construction and regular progress meetingsDrive schedule and project progress during construction, oftentimes on-siteComplete pre-energization & closeout activities during project completionDevelop rapport with construction team through on-site meetings and regular meetings/phone callsMeet regularly with Scheduler to update & maintain detailed P6 project schedulesMaintain and be accountable for project budget and financial forecast updates - Update financial forecasts and track accruals monthlyNavigate client computer programs for financial updates, contract management, and project documentationReport regularly to the Lead Project Manager and Client on construction progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring home office supportMaintain clear lines of communication and relationships between project site, project office and clientsRequired Skills Must desire to gain detailed knowledge in substations, networks/telecommunications, or transmission lines Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contacts on project-related matters Excellent written & verbal communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to travel (projects are within 1–3 hr radius from reporting location) Valid driver's license required Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety PolicyPreferred Skills 2–5 years in a construction project management role is preferred Experience with high voltage transmission line or substation construction project management experience, including management of cost and schedule, is also preferred, but not required Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus but not mandatoryEducation Requirements Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field from an accredited curriculum requiredWork Environment / Physical Requirements Work location is usually around 80% office / 20% field-based Team members are encouraged to spend time on-site to fully comprehend the scopes of work being managed, develop rapport with site teams, and stay engaged with on-site construction progress Projects are located across Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and West Virginia/Maryland, within a 1–3 hour radius from the reporting locationBenefits Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans 401k Retirement FundAbout the Client Infrastructure Engineering Firm We design and build essential infrastructure for cities. Our commitment to safety and quality has driven our success since 1898. Join our team and contribute to building a thriving society.About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada. Job Number: 26-06615