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Job Description:
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the delivery of capital projects across transmission, distribution, and grid modernization portfolios. This role focuses on project coordination, governance adherence, reporting, and enabling Project Managers (PMs) to execute safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities. This role would be in Portland Oregon
Project Coordination & Execution Support

• Support PMs in day-to-day management of capital projects (scope, schedule, cost)
• Track deliverables, action items, and key milestones across multiple projects
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, environmental, and permitting teams

Schedule & Cost Management

• Maintain and update project schedules (Primavera P6 / MS Project)
• Track budgets, forecasts, and variances; support cost controls and change management
• Assist in invoice review and contractor progress validation

Governance & Stage Gate Support

• Support stage gate process (initiation through closeout)
• Prepare gate review materials, business cases, and supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with internal governance and regulatory requirements

Reporting & PMO Alignment

• Develop weekly/monthly status reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking
• Maintain project documentation in alignment with PMO standards
• Support portfolio-level reporting and executive updates

Risk & Issue Management

• Track risks, issues, and mitigation plans
• Escalate critical items to PMs and leadership as needed

Stakeholder Coordination

• Interface with internal stakeholders and external partners (contractors, agencies)
• Support meeting coordination, agendas, and documentation of decisions/actions

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience supporting infrastructure, utility, or capital projects
• Experience in electric T&D, substation, or grid modernization projects preferred

Technical Skills

• Scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Cost tracking and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and project management systems

Core Competencies

• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication across technical and non-technical teams
• Understanding of utility project lifecycle and regulatory environment

Preferred

• Experience supporting PMO functions or portfolio reporting
• Familiarity with utility standards, safety practices, and permitting processes
• CAPM or PMP (or working toward certification)

Success Metrics

• On-time delivery of assigned tasks and milestones
• Accuracy and timeliness of reporting and documentation
• Adherence to governance and stage gate requirements
• Effective support to PMs resulting in improved project performance

Security Clearance Requirement:
None
This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions-and to help them see what's next!
Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
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