Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project ManagerProject CoordinationAssist senior PMs with day-to-day project execution across transmission, substation, and distribution scopes.Help coordinate activities between engineering, procurement, field teams, and client stakeholders.Track project milestones, deliverables, outage windows, construction sequencing, and permitting activities.Support the management of project documentation, action logs, and meeting minutes.Schedule, Cost & Reporting SupportHelp maintain and update project schedules with input from technical teams (P6/MS Project exposure preferred).Monitor progress and assist in identifying schedule risks, delays, and resource conflicts.Support cost tracking, budget updates, forecasting, and Project Controls reporting.Prepare weekly/monthly project dashboards, progress summaries, and client-facing updates.Contract & Scope ManagementAssist with monitoring scope changes, potential impacts, and required documentation.Support contract administration tasks, including purchase orders, change requests, and vendor coordination.Ensure alignment between engineering deliverables, procurement timelines, and field execution plans.Field & Construction SupportInterface with construction managers and field personnel to gather progress updates and site information.Help track RFI responses, submittals, deliverables, and as-built documentation.Learn and apply utility safety, energized-work, and brownfield environment considerations.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful Applicant1-5+ years of experience in a utility, EPC, construction, engineering, or project support role.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple simultaneous priorities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, field staff, and client representatives.Willingness to travel 10-25% for site visits, meetings, or project support.Preferred (Not Required)Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, or other scheduling tools.Experience with project controls, cost tracking, or Earned Value concepts.Understanding of utility standards, drawings, or substation/T-line terminology.Interest in pursuing PMP or similar credentials in the future.What's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $125,000 annually.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.A supportive and collaborative work environment.Engagement in impactful projects within the Energy & Natural Resources sector.If you are ready to advance your career as an Assistant Project Manager in Philadelphia, apply today to join a thriving business services team!