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Parsons

Assistant Project Manager

Portland, OR

$103K - $181K/yr

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the delivery of capital projects across transmission ... to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and ...

Parsons Corporation

Assistant Project Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$103K - $181K/yr

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) supports the delivery of capital projects across transmission ... to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and ...

Mortenson

Assistant Project Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$102K - $137K/yr

SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager who will be responsible for ... Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer's specified performance criteria in design and ...

Mortenson

Assistant Project Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$102K - $137K/yr

SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager who will be responsible for ... Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer's specified performance criteria in design and ...

Mortenson

Assistant Project Manager

Portland, OR

$102K - $137K/yr

SUMMARY Mortenson is currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager who will be responsible for ... Implement a quality plan that ensures the customer's specified performance criteria in design and ...

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What are some common challenges design assistant project managers face when balancing creative input with project deadlines?

Design Assistant Project Managers often need to strike a balance between fostering creative solutions and adhering to project timelines. One common challenge is ensuring that design revisions and stakeholder feedback do not delay key milestones. Effective communication and proactive planning are essential to manage client expectations while supporting the creative team's workflow. By maintaining clear documentation and regularly updating project schedules, Design Assistant Project Managers help teams navigate these competing priorities and deliver successful outcomes.

What does a design assistant project manager do?

A Design Assistant Project Manager supports the project manager and design team in coordinating and executing design projects. Their responsibilities typically include assisting with project planning, scheduling meetings, tracking project progress, preparing documentation, and helping to ensure that design deliverables meet client requirements and deadlines. They often serve as a liaison between designers, clients, and contractors, helping to communicate updates and resolve issues as they arise. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What is the difference between Design Assistant Project Manager vs Interior Designer?

AspectDesign Assistant Project ManagerInterior Designer
CredentialsBachelor's in design, architecture, or related field; certifications like PMP are a plusDegree in interior design or architecture; NCIDQ certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with project teams, manages schedules, and oversees project executionFocuses on space planning, aesthetics, and client consultations
Industry UsageUsed in architecture, construction, and design firms for project coordinationPrimarily in interior design firms, showrooms, and independent practices

The main difference is that a Design Assistant Project Manager focuses on coordinating and managing project timelines and teams, while an Interior Designer concentrates on creating functional and aesthetic interior spaces. Both roles require design knowledge and collaboration but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a design assistant project manager?

To thrive as a Design Assistant Project Manager, you need a background in architecture, engineering, or construction management, along with strong organizational and project coordination skills. Familiarity with design software like AutoCAD, Revit, and project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera is typically required. Attention to detail, proactive communication, and problem-solving abilities are vital soft skills for supporting project delivery and managing stakeholder expectations. These competencies ensure efficient workflow, effective collaboration, and successful execution of design projects.
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Assistant Project Manager - Energy

Cupertino Electric, Inc.

Boardman, OR • On-site

$84K - $104K/yr

Full-time

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Posting Title: Assistant Project Manager - Energy                            
Reports To: Senior Project Manager
Location: Arlington, Oregon
Salary Range: $84,000 to $104,000
 
This position primarily involves working on-site at the project location or in office. Travel frequency and duration will vary depending on the role and project timeline.   
 
Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
WHO WE ARE
Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything. 
 
THE ENERGY TEAM
Our Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it’s a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers and field employees deliver when it matters most. We work with customers on programs of all sizes—those spanning several smaller sites or spanning several thousand acres.  Besides building some of the nation’s largest utility-scale solar plants and installing more EV charging stations in California than any other contractor, we are dedicated to running a business that is environmentally responsible.
 
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re seeking an Assistant Project Manager ready to positively impact a complex construction project. At Cupertino Electric, Assistant Project Managers (APM) are key to coordination between the field team, project team, and our customers. APMs are expected to maintain exceptional working partnerships with vendors and subcontractors and assist in the review and tracking of project activities, including request for proposals, change orders, submittals, tracking logs, and related project documents. You’ll facilitate learning for yourself and others, prepare/drive/document team meetings, and direct the work of Project Engineers and Project Coordinators in partnership with the Project Manager and field team.
  • Lead team meetings and provide guidance to Project Engineers and Project Coordinators in partnership with the Project Manager and field team.
  • Partners with scheduling department to gather all data required to populate CEI schedule.
  • Identifies cost impacts associated with RFIs, submittals, and design changes and provides timely notification.
  • Prices change orders consistently and in a timely manner for project manager review and approval.
  • Manages close out documents.
  • Coordinate commissioning activities w/ 3rd party. Tracks and follows up on open items. 
  • Maintain strong working partnerships with vendors and subcontractors. Coordinates accurate material releases on time and consistent with project documents. Track material releases, changes and coordinate delivery with construction schedule.
Knowledge: Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. 
 
Job Complexity: Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Builds productive internal/external working relationships.
 
Supervision: Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
 
ABOUT YOU
You bring innovative and entrepreneurial thinking to a project with prior experience supervising and/or providing guidance to others. You possess technical knowledge and communication skills, which are vital to an Assistant Project Manager’s success. You have experience providing in-house support to Project Managers such as coordinating, tracking quantities complete for billing, and managing project activities and documentation. You bring a willingness to learn and are on the lookout for ways to improve existing processes.
 
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
As an Assistant Project Manager (APM) at Cupertino Electric, you will be empowered to learn the skills and competencies required to become a successful Project Manager. APMs have the opportunity to execute Project Manager level activities within the safety of the larger Project Team. This is when all of the deep, technical, and process-guided learning comes into play. Partnered with a Project Manager, through practice and feedback, you will learn the processes, and witness the critical thinking required for strategic project approach, which will in turn set you up for a successful future on your career path. You will be interacting extensively with the CEI Production Team, customers, and vendor and subcontractor partners, giving you opportunities to cultivate relationships and build your professional network.   
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that, in the sole judgment and discretion of Company, would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications may qualify.
 
Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred. 
 
Licensure/Certifications: None required. 
 
Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience specifically as a Project Engineer in electrical construction, or MEP experience in general contracting. Minimum five (5)+ years of related experience, including some time managing smaller projects. 
 
Driving Record: Valid state-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. 
 
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
 
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PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process. To learn more about "job scams" how to avoid them, click here.
 
CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
 
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
 
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
 
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