Assistant Project Manager

About the Positions

Were seeking Assistant Project Managers to support large heavy-civil infrastructure programsincluding highways roads bridges transit (rail and bus) and airport projects delivered through both traditional and alternative this role you will assist senior project managers and technical teams in planning coordination and execution activities to ensure projects progress on schedule and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into a leadership role while gaining hands-on experience in complex infrastructure projects.

This posting is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity that is available right now. We accept applications and conduct interviews in advance of upcoming hiring needs. When a candidate is selected their profile is activated in our talent pool for this specialty area. We notify our talent pool candidates first whenever we have a project need. This posting targets the Washington DC area.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide project leadership through all stages of design procurement construction and closeout.
• Oversee schedule scope budget and risk management activities for multiple task orders simultaneously.
• Collaborate with program and project controls staff to develop and track cost forecasts schedules and earned value metrics.
• Coordinate effectively with internal departments consultants contractors and third-party stakeholders to keep projects aligned and on track.
• Prepare and deliver clear reporting materials including status updates risk logs and resource forecasts.
• Support commissioning operations readiness and transition-to-maintenance planning.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable codes environmental requirements quality standards and safety protocols.

Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
• Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork trust and positive relationships.
• Natural curiosity problem-solving abilities and a passion for continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in construction management engineering architecture or related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of progressive experience in project management for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience coordinating a project management team and providing appropriate levels of support coaching and influence.
• Proficiency with industry standard project and construction management software (e.g. Primavera P6 TILOS MS Project Bluebeam RSMeans etc.).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g. Outlook Teams Word Excel PowerPoint etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in construction management engineering or architecture.
• Active professional certifications such as CCM (CMAA) or PMP (PMI).
• PE license in relevant jurisdiction(s).
• Experience with large (>$500M) complex heavy-civil infrastructure projects that include highways roads bridges transit (including rail and bus) and/or airport projects.
• Experience delivering projects through both traditional and alternative methods (e.g. DB CM/GC P3).
• Experience in project management roles supporting owners.
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI Oracle Cloud Analytics or other dashboard KPI reporting software.

Compensation Details

The salary range listed for this role is $130k-$185k/year ($62-$89/hour). The final salary offered will be based on multiple factors and thoughtfully aligned with each candidates level of experience breadth of skills total education achieved certifications/licenses that have been obtained geographic location etc.

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!

• Unlimited flexible time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Health dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
• 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
• Formal career planning and development program
• $2500 annually toward professional development
• Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
• Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
• Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
• Free personal financial planning services
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Employee referral bonus

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer.

Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities in accordance with all applicable local state and/or federal regulations.

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills for the position.

Luster does not accept unsolicited the absence of a signed agreement Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel including those submitted to Luster hiring managers are deemed to be the property of Luster.

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