Assistant Project Manager - Primoris Energy Services - North Carolina

Primoris

Location not specified

Full Time

Posted July 17, 2026

$123k - $175k· Est.

Transmission & Distribution

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
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Job Description

Primoris Energy Services’ Mechanical contracting group is seeking a driven Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support our growing business group.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors, including bid solicitation, leveling, and buyout support.
Develop, review, and manage submittals in accordance with contract documents, specifications, and drawings.
Initiate, track, and manage RFIs; coordinate design clarifications with engineers, clients, and vendors.
Interpret construction drawings and specifications to support field operations and resolve technical issues.
Assist with quantity takeoffs and preparation of material purchase requisitions.
Support development and maintenance of project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and progress reporting.
Track project costs, quantities, labor productivity, and assist in variance analysis
Identify scope gaps, changed conditions, and potential risks; support change order development, pricing, and documentation.
Maintain accurate project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reports, and logs.
Coordinate closely with Superintendents to ensure alignment between project plans and field execution.
Perform jobsite visits to monitor progress, verify work in place, support quality control, and assist in issue resolution.
Support coordination and performance of subcontractors across multiple trades.
Assist in development of construction planning, logistics, and execution strategies.
Track and expedite material deliveries to support field operations.
Participate in project meetings with internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
Promote and support a strong safety culture in coordination with field leadership and HSE teams.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, company standards, and safety regulations.
Contribute to value engineering efforts to optimize cost, constructability, and schedule.
Support project closeout including punch list management, turnover documentation, and final deliverables.
Travel as required for meetings, pre-bid walks, and site visits.

Requirements

3 to 8 years of experience in construction, engineering, or project management support roles (Project Engineer, Field Engineer, APM, etc.).
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Strong understanding of construction processes, particularly in mechanical systems, piping, utilities, and civil work.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Experience with submittals, RFIs, procurement, and change management processes.
Basic understanding of cost control, scheduling, and construction project financials.
Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
Effective communication skills across field, office, and client stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); experience with project management or ERP software is a plus.
CAD or technical software experience is a plus.
Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR.
Willingness to travel or temporarily relocate based on project needs.
Must comply with client and Primoris safety requirements.
Industrial or heavy commercial project construction and/or engineering
Central plant / campus infrastructure (universities, hospitals, aviation)
Underground utilities and thermal/mechanical piping systems
Civil and Sitework
General Contractor project delivery environments
Must comply with company drug and alcohol policies and pass pre-employment screening.
Ability to access and navigate active construction sites, including uneven terrain, elevations, confined areas, ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
Capable of occasional lifting up to 50 lbs (assistance recommended above 50 lbs).
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during site visits.
Work environment includes both office and active construction sites, with exposure to weather, noise, and typical site conditions.