Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater - RALEIGH/DURHAM
Company: HarperGC
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Assistant Project
Manager/Project Engineer Assist Project Managers, Superintendents,
Foremen, and other personnel in managing, scheduling, and
purchasing for various types of construction projects. Duties
include but are not limited to: Understand, support, and adhere to
Harper safety requirements; observe and correct violations as they
arise on project sites. Plan work and purchase materials with
safety in mind. Assist Project Manager with daily project duties.
Expedite material procurement, approval, and delivery as necessary
to promote accurate and efficient project construction. Prepare and
track all necessary submittals. Obtain the required material
certifications. Assist Project Manager with material billing
preparations. Order necessary materials and supplies. Maintain
project files, current drawings, and production records. Assist the
preparation and submittal of all documentation and records required
for change orders. Assist in the analysis of cost for extra work.
Assist Project Manager in the overall coordination of projects
including subcontractors. Approve receiving invoices. Optimize cash
flow. Build and maintain positive subcontractor relationships.
Identify, pursue, and recover fair compensation for all changes in
scope. Division: Environmental Systems FLSA Classification: Salary,
Exempt Learn more about us at:https://vimeo.com/242609377 Company
Mission Statement: To build up our communities, our clients, and
each other by building trust in everything we do.
Summary/Objective: Promotes the company mission statement by
joining the Project Manager and Superintendent as a team who work
together to create a safe work environment, build a quality
project, and keep projects on schedule while earning a fair and
reasonable profit. Essential Functions: Understand, support, and
adhere to Harper safety and quality requirements. Observe and
correct violations as they arise on project sites. Purchase
materials and equipment with safety and quality in mind. Assist
Project Manager with daily project duties. Expedite material
procurement, approval, and delivery as necessary to promote
accurate and efficient project construction. Prepare and track all
necessary submittals. Obtain required material certifications.
Assist Project Manager with material billing preparations. Order
necessary materials and supplies. Maintain project files, current
drawings, and schedule records. Assist in the preparation and
submission of all documentation and records required for change
orders. Assist in the analysis of the cost of extra work. Assist
Project Manager in the overall coordination of the project
including Trade Partners. Approve receiving invoices. Build and
maintain positive Trade Partner relationships. Identify, pursue,
and recover fair compensation for all changes in scope.
Competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent
organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time
management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and
leadership skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them
when appropriate. Thorough understanding of or the ability to
quickly learn about the project or product being developed.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Benefits: Competitive Benefit Package. 401(k). Transparency in
growth, pay, etc. Community involvement. Career advancement.
Performance feedback. Teambuilding events. Supervisory
Responsibilities: Project Team: Superintendent, Assistant
Superintendent, Project Engineer, Project Assistant, Estimator,
etc. Must be able to perform at all project management levels. Work
Environment: This position is required to work in a variety of
conditions relative to construction job site environments and must
be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, as
assigned. Exposure to weather, heat, etc. is expected. Physical
Demands: Weather and climate conditions will vary throughout the
progress of a project and the PM must be able to inspect all
ongoing construction activities over the duration of the assigned
project. This role requires walking over varied terrain, climbing,
stooping, bending, and lifting. Lifting requirements vary from
minimal loads to heavy; but help is always available with heavier
loads. Inspection for quality, consistency and completeness of work
frequently requires climbing ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
Travel Required: Travel to/from multiple job sites, projects, and
offices. Possible overnight or weekend travel on rare occasions.
Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in a related field,
which may include Computer Science, Business, or Engineering, is
required. At least three years of related experience is preferred.
Additional Eligibility Requirements: None Work
Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements: Authorized to work
in the United States. Other Duties: Please note this job
description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive
listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required
of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and
activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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