Construction Project Lead Jobs in Utah
Construction Project Lead jobs in Utah are active across commercial construction, infrastructure development, and residential growth corridors, with demand concentrated among mid-senior professionals who can manage subcontractors, budgets, and schedules simultaneously. The largest hiring markets are Salt Lake City, Provo, and St. George, where employers like Okland Construction, Big-D Construction, and Layton Construction maintain consistent project pipelines. The most sought-after specialties in Utah include commercial tenant improvement, transit and highway infrastructure, and multifamily residential development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary: The Project Manager Assistant will work hand in hand with the Project Manager to offer support and organization to ongoing projects. The project coordinator will be monitoring project plans, schedules, work hours, budgets, expenditures and ensuring that project deadlines are met in a timely manner.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Cooperate and communicate effectively with the Project Manager and other team members.
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor weekly updates.
- Manage the workload distribution and monitor the customer delivery and job installation progress.
- Review and upload test results with Testing Administrator (daily).
- Review drawings and physically measure rooms to ensure they are true to specs for generating complete as-builds.
- project engineering tasks tied to schedule maintenance – CO management, subcontractor coordination and schedule updates.
- Coordinate with Project Management and Leads/Superintendents to create and maintain calendar for project implementation to completion.
- Able to preserve confidential information; self-sufficient problem solver; work with little or no supervision and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Assist the program accounting department, on multiple project sites, by spot checking Labor, Material, Other-expenses and Subcontractor costs that roll up into monthly Program reports
- Must Analyze cost and resource graphs to verify schedule progress and/ or identify issues.
- Interact and track program level billing, reporting and metrics (SPI’s, KPI’s, CPM)
- Able to create, correct and revise complex Excel spreadsheets, tables, charts and graphs.
- Perform reporting audits for accuracy and overall delivery (safety reports, QA, labor forecasts)
- Maintain program level dashboards, input, data acquisition, collection
- Provide to the Project Manager all needed elements to issue Weekly/Monthly Reports
- Periodic change of duties upon request.
- Assist and participate in project closeout.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
- Must be able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
- Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical thinker.
- Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service skills.
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Regular attendance is mandatory.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Will have some experience with construction/low-voltage.
- Must be able to work well with other people.
- Prefer experience working with Bluebeam software.
- Prefer experience working with Primavera P6 software.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
- Must meet company minimum driving standards.
Job Summary: The Project Manager Assistant will work hand in hand with the Project Manager to offer support and organization to ongoing projects. The project coordinator will be monitoring project plans, schedules, work hours, budgets, expenditures and ensuring that project deadlines are met in a timely manner.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Cooperate and communicate effectively with the Project Manager and other team members.
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor weekly updates.
- Manage the workload distribution and monitor the customer delivery and job installation progress.
- Review and upload test results with Testing Administrator (daily).
- Review drawings and physically measure rooms to ensure they are true to specs for generating complete as-builds.
- project engineering tasks tied to schedule maintenance – CO management, subcontractor coordination and schedule updates.
- Coordinate with Project Management and Leads/Superintendents to create and maintain calendar for project implementation to completion.
- Able to preserve confidential information; self-sufficient problem solver; work with little or no supervision and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Assist the program accounting department, on multiple project sites, by spot checking Labor, Material, Other-expenses and Subcontractor costs that roll up into monthly Program reports
- Must Analyze cost and resource graphs to verify schedule progress and/ or identify issues.
- Interact and track program level billing, reporting and metrics (SPI’s, KPI’s, CPM)
- Able to create, correct and revise complex Excel spreadsheets, tables, charts and graphs.
- Perform reporting audits for accuracy and overall delivery (safety reports, QA, labor forecasts)
- Maintain program level dashboards, input, data acquisition, collection
- Provide to the Project Manager all needed elements to issue Weekly/Monthly Reports
- Periodic change of duties upon request.
- Assist and participate in project closeout.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
- Must be able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
- Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical thinker.
- Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service skills.
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Regular attendance is mandatory.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Will have some experience with construction/low-voltage.
- Must be able to work well with other people.
- Prefer experience working with Bluebeam software.
- Prefer experience working with Primavera P6 software.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
- Must meet company minimum driving standards.
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The qualifications that appear most often in construction project lead jobs across Utah.
- Active OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or expected for field-level lead roles
- Minimum five years of construction field experience with progressive responsibility on Utah projects
- Proven ability to manage subcontractor coordination, RFIs, and project submittals independently
- Proficiency in construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related technical field
- Strong familiarity with Utah building codes, local permit processes, and municipal inspection requirements
Construction Project Lead Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project lead in Utah?
Most construction project leads in Utah reach the role through a combination of field experience and formal education, typically a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture from programs at Utah Valley University, BYU, or the University of Utah. No state-issued license is required specifically for the project lead title, but an OSHA certification and familiarity with Utah building codes are standard expectations. Candidates who hold a Project Management Professional credential gain a measurable hiring edge.
Which companies hire construction project leads in Utah?
Companies currently hiring construction project leads in Utah include ARCO Companies, BHI, and QTS, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Utah's strong commercial development and public infrastructure investment keep established regional general contractors and specialty subcontractors posting consistently throughout the year.
Which Utah cities have the most construction project lead jobs?
Salt Lake City, Eagle Mountain, and Orem have the most construction project lead openings in Utah. Salt Lake City drives volume through commercial and mixed-use development, Provo benefits from tech-sector campus and office construction tied to Utah County's growth, and St. George is expanding rapidly with residential and retail projects fueled by population migration into Washington County.
Are there remote construction project lead jobs in Utah?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project lead work is fundamentally site-dependent, requiring regular presence during inspections, subcontractor meetings, and progress walkthroughs. About 31% of construction project lead openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be preconstruction planning, estimating coordination, or owner's representative roles that can be handled partially from an office.
How can I get hired as a construction project lead in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is starting as a project engineer or field coordinator with a general contractor like Okland Construction or Layton Construction, both of which run structured entry-level programs in Utah. Utah Valley University and the University of Utah produce graduates who transition directly into these roles. Obtaining an OSHA certification before applying, building a portfolio of internship or apprenticeship work, and pursuing an assistant superintendent position in residential construction are the most effective ways to open the door.
Where can I find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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