Data Center Construction- Assistant Project Manager
Are you looking to grow your career in electrical project management?
The Assistant Project Manager supports the Project Manager in overseeing and coordinating various aspects of a project, such as project planning and scheduling, monitoring project progress, communicating with stakeholders, coordinating with team members and subcontractors, tracking project expenses, and ensuring that the project stays on track and within budget. The assistant project manager may also be responsible for, preparing reports, and assisting in resolving any project-related issues that arise during the course of the project. Ultimately, the Assistant Project Manager plays a key role in helping to ensure that the project is completed successfully and meets its objectives.
This Assistant Project Manager role is phase 3 of 3 on the path to becoming a Project Manager with one of the largest electrical technology companies in the country.
Essential Job Functions
Assist in estimating project scope and costs
Manage project expectations and execution of subcontractors
Maintaining project documentation
Tracking project expenses and budget
Preparing reports
Communicate with clients and subcontractors
Attend and actively participate in project coordination and owner/contractor/architect/engineer meetings as requested or required.
Research and preparation of change requests to resolve design issues for approval
Research and recommend solutions to design document problems, including conflicts, interferences, and errors/omissions
Monitor field work and/or contract work to ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, specifications, and codes
Assist with the submittal and RFI processes
Assist in the early completion and tracking of billing
Education & Experience
2+ years as an Assistant Project Manager over commercial electrical work
Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Strong computer skills and quick to learn new systems
Commitment to continuous improvement of communication, organization and leadership skills
Effective scheduling and delegation to accomplish tasks on time
Tactful conflict resolution and problem solving abilities
PREFERRED
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, etc.), paired with industry experience OR an overall appropriate combination of certification(s), experience, and education (journeyman or master electrician’s license)
A good understanding of how to read electrical drawings and specifications
Familiar with computer-based estimating
Knowledge of billing and collections