Assistant Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager - Onsite in Haskell, TX (Per Diem)

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Overview

Support the successful delivery of mechanical and MEP construction projects by assisting with estimating, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, and project administration. Work closely with Project Managers to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Support projects from bid and preconstruction through completion.

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents for accuracy and completeness.

• Assist with estimating, subcontractor pricing, proposal preparation, and procurement activities.

• Help track project budgets, schedules, WIP reports, and overall project performance.

• Coordinate with subcontractors, field teams, and internal stakeholders to maintain project progress.

• Support contract administration, cost control, and project documentation.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction, project engineering, or project management experience.

• Experience supporting mechanical construction, MEP, or related projects.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Experience with commercial, mission critical, or data center projects.

• Familiarity with RFIs, change orders, project engineering, and subcontractor management.

• Ability to build strong relationships with subcontractors, contractors, and internal teams.

Work Environment

Onsite in Haskell, TX. Split between office and field environments with regular interaction with superintendents, subcontractors, and clients. Per diem and man camp accommodations available for qualifying projects. Must be able to work safely in active construction and varying outdoor conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $47.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.