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Peterson Consulting Group is partnering with a leading heavy civil general contractor and construction management firm in the Pacific Northwest to hire an Assistant Project Manager. This organization delivers complex earth-moving, road-building, and underground utility infrastructure projects and is well regarded for exceptional service, technical capability, and lasting client partnerships. Their culture is grounded in quality, integrity, and a commitment to exceeding expectations on every project. Job Duties and Responsibilities Support the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all phases of heavy civil construction projects Ensure safety protocols are being followed; reinforce safety culture through daily and weekly briefings and project-specific safety planning Assist in pre-construction planning including risk assessment, safety requirements, submittal planning, and scheduling inputs Help ensure quality control procedures and internal checks are consistently implemented and documented Maintain accurate project documentation including daily reports, quantity tracking, testing results, submittals, RFIs, correspondence, and certifications Coordinate with field supervision daily to monitor progress, identify issues, and maintain photo documentation Review and validate daily labor and equipment reporting to ensure proper job cost coding Assist with subcontractor and vendor coordination including scheduling, compliance documentation, and scope alignment Support daily job cost tracking and assist in preparing cost reports, forecasting, and projections Participate in client, subcontractor, and internal planning meetings as needed Qualifications Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required Ability to pass pre-employment screening Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent field experience Experience with project management software such as HCSS HeavyJob, HeavyBid, or similar platforms Familiarity with electronic document control and file management systems Exposure to CPM-based scheduling platforms such as MS Project, SureTrak, or Primavera P6 Experience supporting heavy civil projects (roadways, utilities, site development, public works, etc. — internship experience accepted) Benefits Competitive Salary PTO Community Involvement Initiatives Team Building Events Annual Company Events Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts 401k Paid Holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr

