Assistant Project Manager / Estimator – Pipeline Construction

About Us

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.

NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services company specializing in pipeline infrastructure construction, is seeking an Associate Project Manager and Estimator to support its construction team in Huntersville, North Carolina. This early career role combines project coordination and estimating responsibilities. The position assists project managers throughout the project lifecycle, prepares and maintains estimates, tracks project costs, and helps keep office and field teams aligned.

What You'll Do

• Prepare project estimates by reviewing scope, quantities, labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor requirements.
• Support project managers with planning, coordination, execution, and closeout activities.
• Prepare, review, and track project invoices and supporting documentation.
• Maintain organized project records, including estimates, contracts, correspondence, drawings, and reports.
• Coordinate project requirements, documentation, and updates between office personnel and field teams.
• Track job costs and assist with estimate at completion reporting, forecasts, and variance reviews.
• Coordinate with subcontractors regarding scope, schedules, documentation, and project requirements.
• Submit and maintain One Call notifications and updates in accordance with project needs and applicable requirements.
• Visit local project sites as needed to review progress, verify conditions, and support project coordination.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, building science, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook; familiarity with Microsoft Project is preferred.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with office and field teams.
• Ability to learn quickly, take initiative, manage competing priorities, and follow through on assigned tasks.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, apprenticeship, or up to three years of experience in construction, pipeline construction, project coordination, or estimating.
• Coursework or practical experience in construction methods, estimating, scheduling, cost control, or project management.
• Exposure to pipeline or utility construction and field operations.

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.