Civil Construction Assistant Project Manager - Great Falls, MT

We're looking for an Assistant Project Manager who wants to learn the business from the ground up, supporting both field and office operations while gaining hands-on experience across estimating, project coordination, procurement, and construction execution.

What You'll Do

You'll gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of civil construction projects.

Office Responsibilities

• Support estimating efforts through quantity takeoffs, estimate setup, historical data tracking, and learning computer take-off software.
• Prepare and manage project documentation including submittals, O&M manuals, contracts, permits, purchase orders, and timecards.
• Coordinate material purchasing, tracking, and procurement needs.
• Organize drawings, specifications, meeting materials, and pre-construction planning documents.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Maintain compliance with company standards and procedures.
• Manage small projects with the support of a Project Manager.

Field Responsibilities

• Assist with project layout, daily reporting, and coordination of job site activities.
• Support safety, quality control, and project documentation efforts.
• Review submittals and shop drawings as assigned.
• Verify material deliveries and quantities.
• Gain exposure to how multiple trades and scopes integrate throughout a project.

What you bring:

• 5+ years of relevant field experience, or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (ABET-accredited).
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Autodesk, Procore, etc. and familiarity with Timberline is a plus.

Skills for Success

• Desire for continuous learning and career development.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
• Interest in mastering both office and field operations to grow into project management or estimating.
• Understanding of job cost tracking, labor management, and change order processes.

If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to grow your career, we want to hear from you!