About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This Contract-to-Hire Assistant Project Manager will support delivery of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, working under the guidance of the Project Manager. Responsibilities include:

• Support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Serve as a liaison between office and field teams to maintain clear and consistent communication.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation: daily reports, logs, RFI/issue tracking, and meeting minutes.
• Assist with progress monitoring, schedule updates, and status reporting in project management software and Microsoft Office.
• Help maintain cost tracking and basic accounting records related to project activities.
• Coordinate communication among subcontractors, vendors, and clients to resolve issues and keep projects moving.
• Participate in site walk-throughs and support field inspections as required.

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Who You Are (Qualifications)

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Basic understanding of accounting practices for cost tracking and recordkeeping.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable interacting with field crews and subcontractors.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work under the guidance of a Project Manager and collaborate with office and field personnel.

Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with construction project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project) preferred.
• Prior construction experience or internship.
• Working knowledge of construction processes, terminology, and on-site safety practices.
• Interest in building a long-term career in construction project management.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour (range provided by the client; individual pay will depend on experience and qualifications).
• Employment type: Contract-to-hire.
• If eligible, benefits for the temporary period may include:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options)
  • Voluntary life & AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time off / leave (PTO, vacation, sick leave)

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Work Environment & Location

• Location: Fully onsite in Maple Grove, MN (Maple Grove, MN).
• Role involves a mixed environment of office work and onsite construction job-site presence with some local travel for site walk-throughs.
• This is a contract-to-hire position: initial engagement as a contractor with potential for direct hire by the confidential client.

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Skills & Tools

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Construction project management platforms (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project) — preferred
• Basic cost tracking and recordkeeping tools
• Strong documentation, scheduling, and communication skills

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Notes & Legal

• Employer: Confidential Client (you would be hired directly by the confidential client if selected).
• This job posting follows applicable US hiring laws. The confidential client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.
• Use of AI tools: AI may be used to assist with parts of the hiring process (sourcing/screening), but final hiring decisions are made by people.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.