Assistant Project Manager

Job description

When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion.

We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward.

From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects.
Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your future—and the future of your community.
Your Opportunity
As an Assistant Project Manager (APM), you will report through a Project Manager or Project Director on one or various projects.

This will allow huge growth potential as you will be exposed to clients, design and construction team members, program and project management processes, and strong project leaders.

You will have the support and mentorship of our leadership and expert Programs and Project Management team.

You will need to be detail-oriented, organized, dependable, resourceful, and able to perform well under the pressure of deadlines.

This challenge requires ambition to broaden your education and an eagerness to gain the knowledge and tools to advance your career.

As an APM, you will need to demonstrate professionalism in all forms of communication, ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This is an opportunity to excel in Stantec’s work environment, and to do so you will need to remain open to others' ideas and exhibit a willingness to expand your capabilities.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Perform project management activities as assigned by and in support of Project Manager / Project Director.
- Conducts budget and schedule management.
- Participate in activities of design team consisting of the Architect, Engineers, Equipment Planner, and other consultants.
- Deliver day-to-day project tracking and communication with the client and project team.
- Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and minutes to the project team.
- Provide direction to the construction team on behalf of the owner.
- Develop, track, update, forecast and modify the project schedule and budget throughout all phases of the project.
- Review and track all contracts, invoices, and payments to all contractors, consultants, and equipment vendors.
- Support the preparation of Monthly Reports to Owner.
- Assist in plan reviews and inspections with the Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
- Participate in the negotiation of contracts of all parties to the project.
- Assist in move-in activities.
- Review all invoices and change orders associated with the project.
- Assist in resolving disputes and claims.
- Reports to Project Manager / Project Director.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Strong computer skills and literacy in scheduling, word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software
- Understanding of and ability to read plans and specifications
- General understanding of design and construction process and requirements
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Good organizational skills and problem-solving abilities
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar.
- New college graduates considered, requiring strong Co-op and/or Internship experience within Architecture, Engineering, Design, and Construction firms preferred.
- 3 years’ experience strongly preferred along a Junior / Assistant Project Manager career track; may include Architecture, Engineering, Design or Construction Management background.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.

Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us.

Join us and redefine your personal best.

**Pay Transparency:** In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required.

Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

**Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.

Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.

In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
**Primary Location:** United States | KY | Lexington
**Organization:** BC-1798 Buildings-US PMCM
**Employee Status:** Regular
**Travel:** Yes
**Schedule:** Full time
**Job Posting:** 16/06/2025 04:06:07
**Req ID:** REQ2500029V
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We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment.

Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all.

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