ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER at CommTech Global

Omaha, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Automation, Controls Engineering, Budget Compliance, Communication, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Control Systems, PLC, SCADA, DCS, Vendor Management, Safety Compliance, Team Coordination, Documentation, Troubleshooting

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Description At CommTech Global, our mission is to provide reliable services and innovative solutions through the leadership of top-tier professionals. We are committed to exceeding industry standards and serving a diverse clientele around the globe. Our dedication to building a high-quality team and delivering dependable results is unwavering. The CommTech Global team excels in partnering with clients and engineers to achieve optimal operations, ensuring that owners are satisfied and well-informed about their products. We believe that attracting and retaining the best talent is essential for our future success. At CommTech Global, we are passionate about nurturing our culture and our team members, continually enhancing our robust array of employee benefits. Health insurance plans for employees & families Health Savings Account Life insurance plans 401k Retirement Plan Dependent Care Account Lifestyle Spending Account Supplemental dental insurance Supplemental vision insurance Long-term & short-term disability insurance Paid time off (vacation, bereavement, and leave of absence allowances) Promotions & transfers Continuing education programs Tuition Reimbursement Work/Life balance Job Summary The responsibilities of the Assistant Project Manager include assisting and managing automation and panel assembly projects across industrial and municipal sectors. The ideal candidate will have a background in automation, controls engineering, and project lifecycle management and will serve as the liaison between internal teams and clients. Manage projects from initiation to close-out, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, programmers, panel, and field technicians. Assist with the design, integration, programming, testing, and commissioning of control systems (PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA). Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and regulatory agencies. Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and control system documentation. Prepare project documentation, including schedules, status reports, change orders, and cost estimates. Enforce company standards and contribute to the development of PLC/DCS control standards. Support procurement of instrumentation and control equipment and manage vendor relationships. Participate in field activities, including system testing, startup, troubleshooting, and training. Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and technicians. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Requirements Full-Time hourly position requiring 40+ hrs. a week Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines Understanding of control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS) and process automation. Experience with major PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Phoenix Contact, Schneider, etc.). Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary technical teams and subcontractors. Familiarity with Oil/Natural Gas, Water/Wastewater, Agriculture, or Food Processing environments. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to travel regionally to client sites as needed. Valid Driver’s License. Preferred: PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification. Certified Automation Professional (CAP). Knowledge of industry standards, including ISA, NFPA, and NEC. Experience writing or enforcing PLC/DCS control standards. Physical Requirements Must be able to travel from 25-50% Ability to lift and transport items weighing up to 25 lbs Ability to sustain a level of physical activity, including walking, climbing, bending, and sitting Ability to read, comprehend, and follow company procedures and manufacturers' guidelines Requires the ability to demonstrate regular and predictable attendance on the job Valid active driver's license and the ability to operate a vehicle Ability to pass all random DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing

Responsibilities

The Assistant Project Manager will assist and manage automation and panel assembly projects across industrial and municipal sectors. Responsibilities include managing projects from initiation to close-out, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and serving as the primary point of contact for clients and regulatory agencies.