What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Assistant Project Manager position at Overwatch Mission Critical?
About Overwatch Mission Critical
Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry. Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's purpose.
About the Role:
We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support the successful execution of high-performance data center construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with experienced Project Managers and industry leaders in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Candidates with an electrical or mechanical background are highly encouraged to apply, as this role offers hands-on involvement in technically complex builds. We also strongly welcome transitioning service members from the military—your leadership, discipline, and operational experience bring immense value to our team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Coordination: Support the Project Manager in coordinating project tasks, milestones, and resources to meet critical deadlines.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate project records, meeting notes, schedules, and progress reports. Provide timely updates for leadership review.
- Budget & Cost Tracking: Assist with budget oversight, cost tracking, and financial documentation to support efficient and cost-effective delivery.
- Vendor/Subcontractor Support: Help manage subcontractor and vendor relationships to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Quality Assurance: Aid in implementing quality control procedures and ensuring project compliance with design specs, codes, and industry regulations.
- Safety Culture: Promote and uphold strict safety standards on-site in alignment with OSHA and company protocols.
- Progress Monitoring: Track daily progress and milestone achievements. Identify and escalate issues that may impact the schedule.
- Change Management: Help manage scope, budget, and schedule changes, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals are obtained.
- Team Collaboration: Foster open communication across stakeholders, including site teams, subcontractors, engineers, and clients.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.
- Prior experience in construction project support or coordination. Experience on data center projects is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks in a dynamic project environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, or similar tools) preferred.
- Ability to work onsite five days a week in a fast-paced construction setting.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
This position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.
The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
- Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
- Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.
Reasonable Accommodation:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.
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Benefits:
Overwatch Construction offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and relocation assistance available.
OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.