Assistant Project Manager - Specialty

About the role

The Assistant Project Manager is an entry level position that serves as both a financial and operational leader for drilled shaft construction projects. This role is responsible for assisting in overseeing project estimation, planning, and execution—from bid through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Champion a best-in-class experience for employees, clients, and the community through a shared commitment to advancing the nation’s infrastructure.
• Partner with the Superintendent to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency meet Tri-State’s standards and client expectations.
• Assist and oversee all phases of drilled shaft construction projects, including planning, budgeting, execution, quality assurance, and close-out.
• Estimate, develop, manage, and buy out project budgets, collaborating with the project team to maximize profitability without compromising safety or quality.
• Maintain and update cost databases to reflect current market conditions and ensure accurate future estimates.
• Monitor project schedules, ensuring timely completion of key milestones and deliverables.
• Coordinate with field supervision, clients, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure full compliance with project specifications and requirements.
• Manage and track all submittals, RFIs, and turnover documentation.
• Conduct regular site visits to foster strong team relationships, maintain client communication, monitor progress, and address on-site issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Eager to learn and understand drilled shaft construction methods, concrete placement, and testing.
• Proficiency in computer skills (e.g., HCSS, Microsoft office suite, Revu Bluebeam).
• Familiarity with interpreting construction drawings, geotechnical reports, and specifications.

Skills

• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Tri-State Drilling offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including but not limited to the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with company contribution
• 401k retirement plans

Pay

The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 - 90,000 with eligibility for performance-based bonuses. Offers are based on various factors, including skill set, qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related reasons.

Schedule

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

Company Information

Tri-State Drilling is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Lykos Energy policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.