Assistant Project Manager

About the role

As an Assistant Project Manager at DN you will support the planning, execution and close‑out of heavy‑civil construction projects, gaining hands‑on experience across all phases of delivery. You will work closely with the Project Manager, superintendents and subcontractors to ensure projects meet quality, schedule and budget targets.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager through effective communication, coordination and detailed attention to project documentation.
• Manage services and new‑construction projects, conduct pre‑job planning, and monitor daily progress on site.
• Solicit, evaluate and coordinate subcontractor pricing, maintain relationships and ensure performance aligns with timelines.
• Utilise AutoCAD to produce casting‑bed and crane‑layout drawings and verify site layout details.
• Oversee material submittals, approvals and lead times in partnership with the Project Coordinator.
• Control project costs, evaluate invoices, track expenses and prepare monthly billings.
• Travel to project sites for pre‑construction meetings, quality control and safety inspections.
• Assist in project close‑out, documentation review and handover to clients.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years experience as a construction field engineer, project engineer or assistant project manager, preferably with a heavy‑civil, self‑performing contractor.
• Background in sitework and utility work is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to guide, motivate and develop team members.

Required skills

• AutoCAD

What we offer

• Competitive base salary plus eligibility for an annual incentive bonus.
• Retirement plan with 100 % employer match on the first 6 % of contributions.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage with a high employer contribution.
• Paid time off starting at 16 days annually, 9 paid holidays, half‑day Fridays in summer, parental leave and other employee assistance programs.
• Tuition reimbursement, gym reimbursement and career‑growth opportunities.