Assistant Construction Project Manager Rotational Trainee

About the Role

This is a development role designed for ambitious professionals looking to build a long-term career in construction project management. As part of the Harris Project Management Rotational Training Program, you will gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the business that directly impact project success, learning how projects are built and managed. The program prepares you to step into a Project Manager role.

What You’ll Experience

• Rotational assignments across key business functions and project phases.
• Exposure to real projects, teams, and customers across different regions.
• Hands-on involvement in planning, coordination, and execution activities.
• Opportunities to learn how decisions are made and how projects stay on track.
• Coaching and feedback from experienced project managers and leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across engineering, estimating, VDC, field operations, service, and building automation.
• Rotate across teams and locations, learning how each function contributes to the full project lifecycle.
• Build relationships, develop technical and business understanding, and take on increasing levels of responsibility.
• Actively engage in each rotation and seek out learning opportunities.
• Build strong relationships across teams and functions.
• Take ownership of project tasks and deliver results.
• Demonstrate growth in both technical knowledge and leadership capability.

Requirements & Tech Stack

The specific technologies and tools are not explicitly listed in the provided text, but the role involves exposure to:

• Engineering
• Estimating
• VDC (Virtual Design and Construction)
• Field Operations
• Service
• Building Automation

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Willingness to travel and participate in rotational assignments across locations.
• Interest in building a long-term career in construction project management.
• Takes initiative and doesn’t wait to be told what to do.
• Ambitious and motivated to grow into a Project Manager and beyond.
• Persistent when things get challenging.
• Naturally curious and wants to understand how things work.
• Communicates well and builds strong working relationships.
• Comfortable with change and willing to relocate or travel as part of the program.
• Holds yourself accountable and follows through on commitments.
• Ready to step into a Project Manager role at the completion of the program.

Benefits & Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Paid Parental leave.
• Short-Term Incentive Plan.

Pay Range: $56,863.05 - $85,294.57