At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.
When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.
Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex capital construction projects. This role is ideal for a construction professional with experience in project controls, schedule management, cost analysis, contract administration, and field coordination who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist in managing all phases of construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Analyze project schedules and monitor progress against critical milestones.
• Support project controls functions, including cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Review contractor schedules, payment applications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Perform bid evaluations and bid leveling analyses during procurement activities.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to facilitate successful project delivery.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of construction project experience.
• Knowledge of scheduling, cost estimating, contract administration, procurement, and reporting.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in Construction Management or related discipline.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• Public-sector or institutional project experience.
Technical Skills
Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD, Kahua, Contract Manager, and document management platforms.
What We’re Looking For
A proactive, detail-oriented construction professional with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits & Rewards
The expected salary for this position is $125,000 - $153,000.
Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.
In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success.
Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support the health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional growth of our employees. Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA and HSA accounts, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a competitive 401(k) plan with company matching. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, caregiver leave, employee referral bonuses, professional registration and membership reimbursements, and tuition assistance to support continued learning and career development.
Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.
Equal opportunity is the law.
We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.
