Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Minnesota
Assistant Project Manager jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, with strong demand in construction, healthcare infrastructure, and technology sectors. Employers like Mortenson Construction, Mayo Clinic, and Hennepin Healthcare consistently hire assistant project managers to support project delivery across complex, multi-phase initiatives. Roles range from entry-level coordinator positions to experienced associates stepping toward a senior PM title. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assistant Project Manager - Commercial/Mechanical
Build What’s Next with Jamar
At Jamar, every successful project starts with great people behind the scenes. As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll play a key role in helping our teams plan, coordinate, and deliver complex mechanical construction projects safely, efficiently, and successfully. You'll work alongside experienced Project Managers, field teams, engineers, customers, and trade partners to keep projects moving forward from estimating and planning through closeout.
This is an opportunity to build a strong foundation in project management while gaining exposure to commercial construction, HVAC and plumbing systems, estimating, document control, project coordination, and customer relationships. Whether you're launching your career or building on your construction experience, you'll be part of a team that values safety, collaboration, continuous learning, and doing exceptional work.
If you're organized, eager to learn, and motivated to help bring projects to a successful conclusion, we invite you to build what's next with Jamar.
At a Glance
Pay: $27.80-$41.80 per hour dependent on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
Employment Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Location: On-Site/Duluth, MN
Travel: Up to 40% to local and regional project sites and customer locations.
Required Experience: Bachelor's degree OR 3+ years of experience
Schedule: Standard full-time schedule. Work hours may include 8-to-10 hour days and weekend work to support project deadlines, workload, and operational requirements.
Benefits Start: First of the month following 20 calendar days from date of hire.
What You'll Do
- Provide support to Project Managers and the Department Manager as needed, including project analysis and compliance, document control, meeting coordination and attendance, estimating support, and promoting a safe work environment.
- Research and interpret technical engineering information to ensure projects comply with applicable engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design requirements.
- Assist in evaluating and identifying potential field issues, recommending solutions and elevating them to the Project Manager for final review, documentation, and submission.
- Assist with plan and specification analysis to provide clear, coordinated, and trackable interpretations of design documents and drawings for construction.
- Understand and perform document control functions in accordance with project policies and procedures, including tracking and creating RFIs, transmitting and tracking submittals, and supporting field personnel with document management and follow-through. Assist with document and project progress tracking throughout the life of a project, including billings, WIPs, and other financial and progress reporting measures.
- Support the estimating process by completing takeoffs, preparing proposals, and collaborating with the estimating team as needed.
- Research and recommend practical solutions to design document issues, including conflicts, interferences, and errors or omissions.
- Participate in the accurate preparation, ongoing maintenance, and closeout of as-built drawings and other project documentation.
- Assist with the research and preparation of field change requests to address and resolve design-related issues.
- Attend project coordination meetings, owner-contractor-architect-engineer (OCAE) meetings, and strategic planning sessions as required.
- Support department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure they are consistently followed in all work performed.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study, OR three years or more of construction related experience, is required.
- Knowledge of blueprint reading and the integration of multiple building systems.
- Demonstrated technical aptitude and strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Familiarity with, or the ability to learn, AutoCAD, BIM design, Revit, PlanGrid, Bluebeam/Adobe Pro, estimating software, Procore, Primavera, file-sharing platforms, and other industry-related software.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to coordinate projects and meet established deadlines.
- Motivated to develop expertise in construction concepts and contribute to the successful completion of every project.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with a strong commitment to customer service.
- Experience with iPhone and iPad technology is helpful.
- Working knowledge of commercial construction, mechanical HVAC and plumbing systems; estimating experience preferred.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
- Employer-Paid Coverage: Group Term Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 401K with Employer Match
- Discounted Company Stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
- Profit Sharing
- Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Robust Training/Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program
- Company Engagement, and More
About Jamar
Jamar is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. We deliver dependable, industry-leading results through innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Our diverse and passionate team thrives on collaboration, values relationships, and is committed to making a positive impact. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives.
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your construction project management career while working alongside experienced industry professionals, we'd like to hear from you. Join Jamar and play a key role in helping deliver complex commercial mechanical projects from planning and estimating through execution and closeout.
Apply today at jamarcompany.com/careers and discover what a career with Jamar can offer.
All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The Jamar Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a person with a disability and need assistance with the application process, or if you're experiencing difficulty using our website to apply for a position, please reach out to our Human Resources department at careers@jamarcompany.us.
Assistant Project Manager - Commercial/Mechanical
Build What’s Next with Jamar
At Jamar, every successful project starts with great people behind the scenes. As an Assistant Project Manager, you'll play a key role in helping our teams plan, coordinate, and deliver complex mechanical construction projects safely, efficiently, and successfully. You'll work alongside experienced Project Managers, field teams, engineers, customers, and trade partners to keep projects moving forward from estimating and planning through closeout.
This is an opportunity to build a strong foundation in project management while gaining exposure to commercial construction, HVAC and plumbing systems, estimating, document control, project coordination, and customer relationships. Whether you're launching your career or building on your construction experience, you'll be part of a team that values safety, collaboration, continuous learning, and doing exceptional work.
If you're organized, eager to learn, and motivated to help bring projects to a successful conclusion, we invite you to build what's next with Jamar.
At a Glance
Pay: $27.80-$41.80 per hour dependent on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
Employment Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
Location: On-Site/Duluth, MN
Travel: Up to 40% to local and regional project sites and customer locations.
Required Experience: Bachelor's degree OR 3+ years of experience
Schedule: Standard full-time schedule. Work hours may include 8-to-10 hour days and weekend work to support project deadlines, workload, and operational requirements.
Benefits Start: First of the month following 20 calendar days from date of hire.
What You'll Do
- Provide support to Project Managers and the Department Manager as needed, including project analysis and compliance, document control, meeting coordination and attendance, estimating support, and promoting a safe work environment.
- Research and interpret technical engineering information to ensure projects comply with applicable engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design requirements.
- Assist in evaluating and identifying potential field issues, recommending solutions and elevating them to the Project Manager for final review, documentation, and submission.
- Assist with plan and specification analysis to provide clear, coordinated, and trackable interpretations of design documents and drawings for construction.
- Understand and perform document control functions in accordance with project policies and procedures, including tracking and creating RFIs, transmitting and tracking submittals, and supporting field personnel with document management and follow-through. Assist with document and project progress tracking throughout the life of a project, including billings, WIPs, and other financial and progress reporting measures.
- Support the estimating process by completing takeoffs, preparing proposals, and collaborating with the estimating team as needed.
- Research and recommend practical solutions to design document issues, including conflicts, interferences, and errors or omissions.
- Participate in the accurate preparation, ongoing maintenance, and closeout of as-built drawings and other project documentation.
- Assist with the research and preparation of field change requests to address and resolve design-related issues.
- Attend project coordination meetings, owner-contractor-architect-engineer (OCAE) meetings, and strategic planning sessions as required.
- Support department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure they are consistently followed in all work performed.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study, OR three years or more of construction related experience, is required.
- Knowledge of blueprint reading and the integration of multiple building systems.
- Demonstrated technical aptitude and strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Familiarity with, or the ability to learn, AutoCAD, BIM design, Revit, PlanGrid, Bluebeam/Adobe Pro, estimating software, Procore, Primavera, file-sharing platforms, and other industry-related software.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to coordinate projects and meet established deadlines.
- Motivated to develop expertise in construction concepts and contribute to the successful completion of every project.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with a strong commitment to customer service.
- Experience with iPhone and iPad technology is helpful.
- Working knowledge of commercial construction, mechanical HVAC and plumbing systems; estimating experience preferred.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
- Employer-Paid Coverage: Group Term Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 401K with Employer Match
- Discounted Company Stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
- Profit Sharing
- Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Robust Training/Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
- Exclusive Discounts: Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program
- Company Engagement, and More
About Jamar
Jamar is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. We deliver dependable, industry-leading results through innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Our diverse and passionate team thrives on collaboration, values relationships, and is committed to making a positive impact. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives.
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your construction project management career while working alongside experienced industry professionals, we'd like to hear from you. Join Jamar and play a key role in helping deliver complex commercial mechanical projects from planning and estimating through execution and closeout.
Apply today at jamarcompany.com/careers and discover what a career with Jamar can offer.
All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The Jamar Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a person with a disability and need assistance with the application process, or if you're experiencing difficulty using our website to apply for a position, please reach out to our Human Resources department at careers@jamarcompany.us.
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant project manager jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet
- One to three years of experience in project coordination, scheduling, or administrative support roles
- Familiarity with RFI, submittal, and change order processes in construction or IT environments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across project teams and stakeholders
- Project Management Professional certification or active pursuit of a CAPM credential preferred
Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant project manager in Minnesota?
Most Minnesota employers expect a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field as a starting point. No state-issued license is required for the role itself, but candidates who pursue the Certified Associate in Project Management credential or enroll in a Project Management Professional preparation program through the Minnesota chapter of the Project Management Institute stand out. Many positions are filled through internal promotion from coordinator or administrative roles within firms based in the Twin Cities.
Which companies hire assistant project managers in Minnesota?
Minnesota assistant project manager roles are posted by Mortenson Construction, Jobot, and Api and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The Twin Cities market is especially active, with large general contractors, health systems, and enterprise technology firms driving consistent demand throughout the year.
Which Minnesota cities have the most assistant project manager jobs?
Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Minnesota account for the largest share of assistant project manager openings in Minnesota. Minneapolis and Saint Paul anchor the market through their concentration of corporate headquarters, hospital systems, and major construction activity, while Rochester's medical device and healthcare campus expansion through the Destination Medical Center initiative sustains steady demand in that region.
Are there remote assistant project manager jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, though they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since assistant project managers often need to coordinate on-site with contractors or field teams. About 29% of assistant project manager openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with those roles most often found in software implementation, IT infrastructure, or consulting project support rather than construction or facilities.
How can I get hired as a assistant project manager in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a project coordinator or administrative assistant role within a construction firm or health system in the Twin Cities, then moving into an assistant project manager title after demonstrating scheduling and documentation skills. Mortenson Construction, Kraus-Anderson, and large health systems like M Health Fairview run structured internship and new-graduate programs worth targeting. Earning a Certified Associate in Project Management credential while in a coordinator role signals readiness and accelerates the transition, even without years of direct PM experience.
Where can I find and apply to assistant project manager jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to assistant project manager jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search for roles that match your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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