Assistant Project Manager - Automation

Interstates - Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Sioux Falls, SD

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

As an Assistant Project Manager at Interstates, you will collaborate closely with technical experts to ensure project success within the Automation team. This role emphasizes leadership in project management, communication, and problem-solving, while fostering a culture of integrity and safety. You will be involved in various aspects of project control, resource coordination, and client interaction, all aimed at delivering high-quality results in a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project leadership in managerial and leadership functions on the project
• Run project control systems for the benefit of the project team
• Schedule creation and updating/communicating
• Coordination of resources between teams
• Manage RFI's, submittals, meeting minutes, and other project communication
• Act as a project analyst; assess project controls information and assist leadership in problem solving and alternate methods to achieve project success
• Provide estimating support for analysis and change orders
• Attend client meetings onsite and collaborate with other project teams
• Prepare information for, and participate in, monthly project reviews
• Assist in procurement and expediting of materials and subcontracts
• Promote the Interstates safety culture daily

Requirements

• Bachelor's or associate's degree in business, project management, construction management, or technical field
• Strong team building, interpersonal/verbal/written communication skills
• Able to track and organize projects and prioritize work
• Open to continuously adjusting project systems to plan and deliver projects successfully
• Comfortable speaking in front of clients, peers, and managers

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Incentives
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Advancement Opportunities