Job Description
Discover a more connected career
Relying on individual industry and project experience, the Assistant Project Manager assists the assigned management team maintain project/contract organization, communication and efficiency. It is responsible for a variety of project-related tasks, reporting and analysis to help facilitate the overall success of the project/contract.
This position is 100% on site- must live within driving distance of Marion, IA.
Connecting you to great benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
What you’ll do
- Develops, maintains and updates project documentation;
- Manages various program tasks as assigned by the Department/Division Manager or Supervisor;
- Develops and maintains effective and complete project files (physical and/or electronic);
- Obtains project specific information by maintaining customer contact and internal communication;
- Assists the management team to ensures stakeholder notification and buy-in;
- Ensures that direct reports are successfully performing their work duties and responsibilities. Trains and assists them when needed;
- Proactively identifies and actively works to resolve potential engineering and/or construction design and permit issues before they cause job delays;
- Tracks project changes and scheduling delays. Documents the impact of these for future use if needed;
- Assists the management team to with spontaneous high priority tasks;
- Applies industry standard and project specific knowledge to draw appropriate conclusions regarding units placed for production and billing accuracy, including field production approval;
- Collects and reviews all project documentation and submits to appropriate personnel in a timely fashion as required;
- May work directly or indirectly with Accounting and Billing Department personnel to ensure all revenue is accounted for and accurate;
- Utilizes existing and/or sends meaningful and timely reports to appropriate stakeholders using key with regard to direct reports;
- Acts as backup to critical business functions as directed;
- Participates in any required continuous training;
- Supports all company policies, procedures and initiatives related to project, safety and employee success;
- Some travel may be required;
- Other duties as assigned.
What you’ll need
- Bachelor’s Degree in an industry related field or 4 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience;
- Telecommunications Construction Industry knowledge and experience strongly preferred;
- Strong written and verbal communication;
- Basic math skills including but not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, division in all units of measure and using whole numbers, fractions and decimals;
- Ability to read and comprehend various written and data driven correspondence including but not limited to production reports, project work orders, prints, etc;
- Basic computer operating and data entry skills;
- Experience with Database software, Computer Aided Designs (CAD), Internet software and MS office; Google application experience is strongly preferred;
- Firm grasp on scheduling methodology;
- Proficient knowledge of the project life cycle as defined by PMI;
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks with minimum guidance;
- Valid Driver’s license.
Core Competencies
- Team work and servant leadership
- Problem solver
- Self-motivated
- Decision making/problem solving
- Thorough and effective communication
- Openness to change
- Comfort in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships
Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
