Epc Assistant Project Manager - Federal General Contractor

City Light & Power • Denver, CO

7d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

EPC Assistant Project Manager - FEDERAL GENERAL CONTRACTOR Location: Denver, CO (Local Candidates or Self‑Relocation) CLP Engineering (CLPE) is growing and expanding our construction project team and is seeking an Assistant Project Manager with field or construction experience to join us in Denver. This role is ideal for someone who understands how projects run in the field and wants to grow into a long‑term project leadership role. You’ll support active electrical infrastructure projects from planning through closeout—working closely with Project Managers, engineers, contractors, and field crews to keep work moving, organized, and on track. This is a hands‑on coordination role with real exposure to construction execution, schedules, and costs. With more than 20 years of experience delivering utility and federal power projects through CLPE and our sister company, City Light & Power, we offer stability, career growth, and the opportunity to join a company that values its people. City Light & Power / CLP Engineering has been recognized by The Denver Post as one of the Top Workplaces for 2025 . Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or have permanent work authorization. Applicants must be local to Colorado or willing to relocate at their own expense (relocation assistance is not offered).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field highly preferred. Previous related work experience may substitute.
• Two-four (2-4) years of experience with industrial/commercial building construction, materials, systems, field work or similar is required.
• Detail oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Organized, Problem-Solver with ability to multitask.
• Proficiency with MS Office, and other Microsoft Office products.
• Must have excellent analytical, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• You must be a US citizen or have permanent work authorization.
• You will be required to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance.
• A valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with federal government contracting or federal construction activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with compiling and distributing reports on all project phases and financial performance.
• Cultivate and maintain effective relations with the Client, project team, engineers, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Support the Project Manager with developing the budget, schedule, and construction service plans for various elements of the project.
• Travel to the project site as needed to monitor project activities.
• Attend project meetings including pre-award, pre-construction, project progress and final close-out.
• Work closely with project management team to identify and allocate resources, including personnel and materials.
• Monitor progress, tracking timelines and construction activities according to schedule.
• Participate in and monitor the procurement process, cost control, and change management systems.
• Perform field inspections to verify quality and accuracy of construction.
• Uphold the core safety values of the company and collaborate with the EH&S Director to effectively communicate and enforce safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• We offer an excellent benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k with company contribution, paid time off and paid holidays.
• Salary range: $70,000-$85,000/year based on experience, plus eligible to participate in Short Term Incentive Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level