Project Assistant Jobs in Tulsa, OK
Project assistant jobs in Tulsa are concentrated in the downtown core, the Midtown business corridor, and the growing South Tulsa technology and energy campuses, with strong demand across energy, healthcare, and construction management. Employers hiring right now include Manhattan Construction, Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, and Ross. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Electrical Assistant Project Manager - Data Centers/Mission Critical
Why Manhattan?
Manhattan Construction Company is a family of builders committed to developing teams who do the right thing for our projects, our clients, and each other. Every year, we celebrate team members who have been with the company for 10, 20, 30, and even 40-plus years. What is it about Manhattan that makes people stick around for decades?
We offer large company benefits and professional development opportunities with the care and concern of a family-owned business. At Manhattan, you get:
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- A positive, friendly, and team-oriented workplace with caring leadership.
- Professional development and leadership programs.
- To work on exciting projects for your community.
- Security and stability working for a financially strong company.
- More opportunities to grow your career through our multiple U.S. office locations and affiliated companies.
Check out the details in our Career Development Booklet on our website: www.manhattanconstructioncareers.com
If Manhattan sounds like the place for you, share your resume with us!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Electrical Assistant Project Manager helps manage the overall project direction, completion/financial outcome and administers both the owner and subcontractor relationships for assigned projects. The Assistant Project Manager helps with responsibility for directing and mentoring on-site staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills and strong communication and client service skills.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Practices implementation of Operation Zero and all Manhattan safety policies
- All qualities/ responsibilities of a Project Engineer 2, plus:
- Participates in Conflict Resolution Process with Owners
- Participate in Change Order Negotiations with Subcontractors
- Prepares Job Cost Budget updates
- Provide Preconstruction Assistance
- Assist with Trade Bid Packages and Scope Presentation
- Participate in Pre-Con Meetings
- Assists in Bid Day or Precon pricing efforts
- Review subcontracts and Purchase Orders
- Participates in Project Close-Out Process
- Coordinates the project close-out process
- Prepare and distribute GC and Architect/Owner Punch List and assist Superintendent in Punch List completion
- Prepares and completes Close-Out Documents, Record Drawings, O&M Manuals and Warranties
- Assist in the Generation of Owner SOV/ Pay Apps
- Participates in the preparation of the Project Execution plan
- Assists in the preparation and issuing of Subcontractor Information / Welcome Package
- Attend Owner/Architect Meetings
- Monitor Construction Activities - select trades
- Assists the Superintendent in the management of subcontractors and vendors
- Participates in position training when scheduled by management
- Coordinates input to develop the project schedule
- Assists in the preparation of a two-week look ahead schedule
- Generate Project Execution Plan
- Review Inspection and Test Data
- Conduct Quality Control Inspections
- Understand Quality means- compliance with Contract Documents & Requirements
- Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our Guiding Principles and exhibiting attributes matching the Way We Work.
- Other duties as assigned.
JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES GUIDELINES:
- Has completed OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification and First Aid & CPR Training and Certification.
- Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
- Proven experience in Manhattan document control and schedule software
- Thorough understanding of the industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good math/accounting skills
- Strong management skills
- Functions effectively as part of a team
- Ability to develop or maintain relationships with clients
- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
- Dependability
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strong decision-making/problem-solving skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree- Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis
- 4 years of industry experience
- Must have an electrical background
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS:
- You must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
- Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
- Ability to repeat the same movements.
- Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
- Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
- Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
- Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid Driver’s License).
- Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.
About Manhattan
Founded in 1896, Manhattan is a top-ranked national construction services firm that provides preconstruction, construction management, program management, general building, and design-build services. Manhattan’s award-winning portfolio includes mission-critical, sports, healthcare, government, education, laboratory, aviation, transportation, convention, casino, and hospitality facilities. Manhattan is a:
- 20-time Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)
- ABC 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Top Performing Contractor
- Ten-time STEP Diamond Safety Award Winner
- 2017, 2021, and 2022 National Safety Pinnacle Award winner
- 2023 Great Company To Work For (Oklahoma Magazine)
Under the fifth generation of Rooney family ownership and headquartered in Oklahoma, Manhattan focuses on building trust and building excellence. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and making fiscally sound business decisions to support our clients’ long-term goals, team members, and project partners. For the same reasons we have so many tenured team members, we also have been fortunate to work with many clients for decades, some for over half a century.
Attention All Third-Party Agencies, Headhunters, and Recruiters
Manhattan Construction will not accept candidate submission by unsolicited third parties through this site or any company email address. All unsolicited candidates presented to Manhattan Construction will be considered the property of Manhattan Construction. Manhattan Construction will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited candidates, nor will a contractual relationship be formed by the submission. Manhattan Construction will not be obligated and will not under any circumstances pay any fees to said third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Manhattan Construction only forms contracts with recruiters with whom we have an established business relationship and with whom we have in place a signed agreement. All contact with Manhattan Construction from third parties must be through our Human Resources Recruiting department. Outside recruiters are asked not to contact our hiring managers directly. Any contact made outside of the Manhattan Construction Human Resources Recruiting Department by a third party will cancel any future business relationships between the third party and Manhattan Construction.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
Project Assistant Jobs in Tulsa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project assistant job in Tulsa?
The strongest path into a project assistant role in Tulsa is through the city's energy, engineering, and healthcare sectors, which produce the highest volume of openings. Firms in the downtown oil and gas corridor and the expanding health systems near Midtown regularly bring on project assistants to support operations and capital projects. Candidates who demonstrate scheduling coordination, document control, or construction management software skills stand out in Tulsa's market.
Which companies hire project assistants in Tulsa?
Companies currently hiring project assistants in Tulsa include Manhattan Construction, Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, and Ross, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tulsa's hiring base skews toward energy companies, regional health systems, engineering and environmental consultancies, and municipal contractors tied to the city's ongoing infrastructure investment.
Are there remote project assistant jobs in Tulsa?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role type. About 0% of project assistant openings tied to Tulsa are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the strongest remote options in administrative coordination, budget tracking, and documentation support rather than field-adjacent or construction roles. South Tulsa technology employers tend to offer the most flexible arrangements.
How can I get a project assistant job in Tulsa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying to administrative or project coordinator assistant roles at Tulsa's regional healthcare systems or mid-size engineering firms, which regularly hire candidates from community college or university programs without extensive prior experience. Tulsa Community College and the University of Tulsa both have connections to local employers. Familiarity with project tracking tools like Microsoft Project or Smartsheet, even from coursework, meaningfully strengthens a Tulsa application.
Which industries hire the most project assistants in Tulsa?
Tulsa project assistant roles concentrate in Energy, Construction & Real Estate, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tulsa's historic strength in energy and its growing investment in healthcare infrastructure and commercial construction keep these sectors as the most consistent sources of project assistant demand in the metro.
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