Overview
Join our Electrical Construction team and play a key role in one of our largest renewable energy projects. We’re seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to support the Abercrombie Solar Project near Fargo, ND beginning in Spring 2026. In this role, you’ll work closely with project managers, field leadership, and tradespeople to ensure schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met, while gaining hands-on experience in large-scale electrical construction. This is a project-based position with an expected duration of two years, with the potential for continuation based on business needs.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Assistant Project Manager include but are not limited to the following:
- Collaborate with project team to plan, setup, and manage the Abercrombie Solar project.
- Navigate and use Egan’s project management systems and processes
- Promotes a positive safety culture by ensuring Egan’s safety policies and goals are communicated and followed on assigned projects.
- Participate in construction document analysis to develop clear and consistent interpretations.
- Become familiar with the materials, equipment, and components of the technical systems installed by Egan’s trades.
- Advise project management of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, and the like, as it relates to assigned duties. Learn how Egan can circumvent and/or resolve such problems.
- Manage people in various trades on the job sites.
- Assist QA/QC process via visual inspections and documentation
- Compose and edit letters, memos, reports, and procedures; assist with change orders, project billings, and change request pricing.
- Process day-to-day administrative items (i.e. supply requisitions, RFI’s, submittals, shop drawings, procurement, take-offs, etc.) as directed.
- Learn how to interpret project schedules, anticipate manpower requirements and measure subcontractor performance.
- Assist with the research and preparation of field change requests to resolve design issues.
- Participate in the continuous updating and accurate generation of as-built documents.
- Attend project coordination and owner/contractor/architect/engineer meetings as directed.
- Assume a proactive approach to career development. Utilize available resources within Egan, as well as request alternative instruction to learn how to become a successful project manager.
- Solicit and review project submittals; coordinate with project manager and purchasing.
- Build strong internal partnerships; work collaboratively with other Egan groups to support Egan’s Mission, Vision and Values.
- Use basic understanding of financials and reporting to support a PM in related responsibilities.
- Perform additional duties and assignments as requested/needed.
Requirements
- 2-year associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Construction, Engineering, Design, or related field (or equivalent level of technical training and related construction experience).
- 0-2 years of construction and/or general business experience.
- Daily on-site presence at project location.
- Available to start May/June 2026
Qualifications
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Passion for the industry.
- Outstanding organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Courteous, professional, diplomatic, and highly motivated.
- Anticipates and adjusts to changing priorities and methods; willingly takes on new tasks and challenges.
- Demonstrates a willingness to take on new tasks and learn new things.
- Excellent MS Office and Google Suite skills and ability/desire to learn new software systems.
- Must obtain OSHA-30 certification within six (6) months from date of hire (if not already certified).
Working Conditions
- Performance of duties will be at project site location, with potential for hybrid schedule after one year.
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
- Exposure to loud noise, dirt, and exposure to the elements are to be expected on job sites.
- Climbing ladders/stairs, uneven ground, bending, kneeling, and twisting are to be expected on job sites.
Benefits, Perks and Pay Beyond the Industry Standard
Egan is committed to providing a workplace that helps you thrive both personally and professionally.
- Well-being: you’re offered comprehensive mental healthcare and support for you and your family
- Professional Development: we support your learning and career growth by offering regular learning and development opportunities both on the job and as part of the summer internship program.
- Community Involvement: our “Beyond the Jobsite” program supports causes in the communities in which we live and work through regular volunteer events to connect with each other and help those in need
- Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST): accrue paid leave that can be used for certain reasons related to sickness and safety
This internship provides a valuable learning experience and the opportunity to gain practical skills and experience. Please note that this is a temporary position and does not include company-sponsored benefits, like health insurance.
Salary Range: $54,880-$68,600 (subject to such factors as experience, education, and/or skill set) plus potential annual discretionary bonus.
Strong Culture Built on Values and Keeping Promises
At Egan, you’ll be part of a team that shares a passion for redefining the industry by setting a new standard of customer care. Together, we'll promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and prioritize safety. You’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to providing the growth and success you're looking for, both for yourself and for the customers you serve. You’ll love being part of success shaped by the strength of our team, which is enhanced by:
- Solid history as a legacy leader in specialty contracting and system integration for over 80 years
- Private ownership and operations by employees who work in the company (not a holding company or private equity firm)
- Engaging leadership who prioritizes your safety, your development, and your impact
- A proven track record of employee retention and loyalty
- Flexible and hybrid workplace models that prioritize collaboration and customer needs
From general contractors and architects to building owners and facility engineers, Egan collaborates throughout the entire construction or project process with the shared goal of maintaining best-in-class relationships with our internal teams, customers, and business partners. At over 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work sites, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, we’re proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.
Application Instructions and Employment Practices
Egan Company will not discriminate against or harass any employee or application for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, familial status, local human rights commission activity, or status with regard to public assistance.
We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email recruiting@eganco.com.
Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. We also participate in E-Verify.
Egan reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. Any resume submitted to any employee of Egan without a prior signed search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Egan.
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