Assistant Project Manager

About the Company

Hermanson Company is a long-established mechanical contractor serving the Puget Sound region since 1979. Over the years, it has evolved from a family-run sheet metal business into a partner-led provider of full-service mechanical construction, design, and maintenance services with a meaningful presence in the U.S. construction industry.

The company emphasizes professionalism, integrity, and strong team culture. It aims to bring together high-performing people who care about quality, work well with others, and contribute to meaningful results for customers.

Core Values

• Clients first: focus on care, quality, service, and win-win outcomes.
• Family matters: prioritize safety, well-being, stability, balance, and enjoyment.
• Character matters: act with integrity, accountability, passion, and care.
• Team: build trust through honesty, respect, reliability, and inclusion.
• Appreciate: value one another, celebrate wins, and enjoy the journey.
• Learn, grow, innovate: challenge the status quo and keep improving.

Role Overview

The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager or Project Executive by taking ownership of assigned project tasks and helping keep work on track from day to day. This role is centered on communication, coordination, documentation, procurement, and follow-through so projects stay aligned with schedule, budget, and goals.

Responsibilities may focus on HVAC and plumbing plan-and-spec projects, design-build work, or a combination of both depending on the candidate’s experience and background.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the department lead on personal and professional development planning.
• Prepare submittal packages and verify them against drawings and construction standards.
• Create equipment purchase orders and confirm accuracy with drawings, submittals, quotes, and standards.
• Maintain and update equipment procurement tracking logs.
• Monitor equipment deliveries and order status.
• Interpret construction schedules and understand how they are built.
• Review drawing revisions and identify any scope changes they may cause.
• Coordinate work with field teams, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Work with estimating fundamentals, including quantity takeoffs from engineered drawings.
• Support conceptual estimating from architectural drawings or when drawings are limited or unavailable.
• Prepare and calculate change orders as needed.
• Follow Hermanson Company processes and procedures in daily work.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Account Executives.
• Understand how to prepare and present monthly financial reports.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with clients, field staff, and office staff.
• Develop knowledge of the local construction market.
• Continue expanding technical understanding of mechanical system operation.
• Update project budgets and change-order logs.
• Maintain an effective document control system across assigned projects.
• Support billing efforts and help collect invoices before they become 60 days overdue.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Working knowledge of estimating, project management, engineering functions, and related practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to influence others positively and communicate persuasively.
• Good time management and prioritization skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to understand the broader business picture.
• Strong relationship-building skills and customer awareness.
• Confidence to suggest recommendations and practical solutions that support project goals.
• Comfort handling objections and customer concerns professionally.
• Professional appearance, conduct, grooming, and business attire appropriate for the audience.

Education

A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering is preferred. The company may also consider a combination of direct trade experience and education that demonstrates the ability to perform Assistant Project Manager responsibilities.

“A-Player” Traits

• Shows alignment with Hermanson Company’s purpose, values, and high-performing team behaviors.
• Brings a positive, can-do attitude and enjoys working in a team setting.
• Displays consistent drive and enthusiasm.
• Has strong interpersonal and relationship-building ability.
• Projects professionalism, credibility, and sound judgment in appearance and conduct.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this role is $70,000 to $110,000 per year, with actual compensation depending on relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

• Competitive pay with bonus potential.
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance with zero to low weekly employee premiums.
• 401(k) plan with discretionary company match.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Disability income protection.
• Life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional supplemental protection through critical illness and accident plans.
• Career advancement and professional growth opportunities.
• Internal training programs.
• Certificate and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Additional Information

This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Hermanson Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without discrimination based on protected characteristics.