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Job Title: Traveling Assistant Project Manager (Pacific West)

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support project managers on complex industrial projects and independently manage smaller assignments. This role serves as a liaison between clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with safety and quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

+ Coordinating project activities, maintaining document control, and managing databases

+ Assisting with RFP development, bid processes, and scope of work documentation

+ Managing contractor submittals, RFIs, design instructions, and site drawing logs

+ Monitoring contractor compliance with safety, quality, and environmental programs

+ Supporting project controls: cost reporting, scheduling, WBS setup, and progress tracking

+ Preparing internal/external reports: budgets, forecasts, and status updates

+ Participating in risk reviews and contract closeout

+ Promoting and managing Safety & Health performance across project teams

Why You Should Be Interested:

+ 100% Employee-Owned Company – higher retention and distributions than industry average

+ Flexible work schedules (9/80 option, start as early as 6:30 AM)

+ 30 remote/work-from-home days per year

+ Lucrative bonus structure

+ Company-matched 401(k)

+ Medical & Dental coverage

+ Tuition assistance and professional registration support

+ Extensive in-house training and career development programs

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

+ 4+ years of relevant experience in heavy industrial projects

+ Field experience and strong safety/health performance background

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Primavera Contract Manager or similar software preferred

+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work overtime when needed

+ Collaborative mindset for multi-discipline project teams

Nice-to-Haves:

+ Transmission line (T-Line) project experience

+ Familiarity with change management software

Work Environment:

+ Heavy travel (up to 100%) – typically full-time on-site for each project about 6–12 months with per diem

+ Projects concentrated in the Northwest region

+ Travel schedule: 2 weeks on-site followed by a 4-day weekend

+ 30 remote/work-from-home days per year

+ Base office in Vancouver, WA

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Vancouver, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

Employee Ownership (ESOP): Automatic enrollment, no cost to employees, profit-sharing through ownership. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, wellness programs, and virtual care options. Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, defined benefit and contribution pension plans, profit sharing, stock bonus. Insurance Coverage: Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, critical illness, and group accident insurance. Time Away: Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and flexible time-off policies. Family Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), legal services, dependent care support, transportation and parking reimbursement. Career Development: Professional development programs, training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.