Assistant Project Manager

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTitle: Assistant Project Manager
Location: Atlanta, GA Hire Type: Long Term Contract
Overview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Job Summary: The successful candidate will assist Project Managers in the execution of natural gas infrastructure projects across the Metro Atlanta area. This role will provide key support in managing internal teams and subcontractors, developing project scopes, coordinating contracts and RFPs, monitoring progress, managing changes, and supporting financial tracking and forecasting throughout the full project lifecycle.
Job Duties:

• Assist with financial forecasting and budget tracking
• Conduct cost trend and variance analyses
• Support project performance reporting and monthly progress updates
• Monitor work orders and contract status
• Facilitate interdepartmental coordination
• Assist in construction coordination
• Manage change orders and QA/QC reviews
• Support the preparation of bid documentation
• Create purchase orders and monitor spending limits
• Contribute to project closeout activities
• Perform ad hoc reviews, analyses, and reporting
• Track RFIs and ensure contract compliance
• Monitor project schedules and timelines

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in project management, project controls, or a related field
• Background in heavy industry, infrastructure, or energy sectors
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , identify, , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.