Assistant Project Manager

Stantec

Assistant Project Manager supporting project lifecycle in engineering and construction management. Collaborating with teams and stakeholders to deliver projects aligned with organizational goals.

Posted 5/14/2026full-timeWinston Salem • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide project management support to the Project Manager/Director across all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and owner objectives
Assist in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables; develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and milestone frameworks
Coordinate and facilitate communication among project teams, stakeholders, clients, and consultants, including organizing meetings, preparing agendas, documenting minutes, and distributing key updates
Monitor and analyze project performance against established milestones, budgets, and KPIs; prepare detailed status reports and executive summaries for stakeholders
Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, equipment planners, and specialty consultants to support design coordination, construction activities, and owner representation
Develop, update, forecast, and control project schedules and financials, proactively identifying variances and supporting corrective action planning
Support stakeholder management efforts by identifying key stakeholders, managing expectations, maintaining engagement, and addressing concerns throughout the project lifecycle
Administer and track procurement and contract processes, including competitive bid documentation, contract negotiations, invoices, payments, and change order reviews
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; develop and maintain Risk and Change Registers, and support implementation of risk management strategies
Assist with regulatory reviews and inspections with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), as well as coordination of relocation, occupancy, and closeout activities, while maintaining accurate and organized project documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency in project management methodologies, with a strong desire to expand knowledge and practical application
Advanced computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and project scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project, eBuilder, Microsoft Office Suite)
Ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings, plans, and technical specifications
Working knowledge of design and construction processes, project phases, and regulatory requirements
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and prepare detailed project performance reports
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in documentation, reporting, and compliance tracking
Ability to collaborate effectively in team environments while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays in each calendar year
Eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Eligible for paid sick leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

project management methodologiesproject scheduling softwareMicrosoft ProjecteBuilderMicrosoft Office Suiteconstruction drawings interpretationdata analysisproject performance reportingrisk management strategiesprocurement processes

Soft Skills

analytical skillsattention to detailcollaborationcommunicationstakeholder managementorganizational skillsproblem-solvingtime managementteamworkadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in ArchitectureBachelor’s degree in EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Construction Management