Assistant Project Manager

This role supports the successful planning, execution, and closeout of complex electrical construction projects within the data center market. The Assistant Project Manager works closely with Project Managers, field leadership, owners, general contractors, and subcontractors to assist in managing schedules, budgets, procurement, documentation, and project communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with all phases of electrical construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.
• Coordinate project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, purchase orders, and meeting minutes.
• Monitor project schedules and support project teams in maintaining milestone commitments.
• Track project costs, labor productivity, and material procurement activities.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of electrical equipment and materials.
• Support forecasting efforts, budget updates, and monthly project reporting.
• Attend project meetings with owners, general contractors, engineers, and field teams.
• Coordinate with field supervision to identify and resolve project issues impacting schedule, safety, or quality.
• Assist with contract administration and review project specifications and drawings.
• Help manage commissioning activities and project closeout documentation.
• Ensure adherence to company safety standards and client requirements.
• Maintain accurate project records and support continuous communication among project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• 1-5 years of experience in construction project coordination, project engineering, or assistant project management.
• Experience with electrical construction projects preferred.
• Data center, mission-critical, industrial, or large commercial construction experience is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar project management software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Pay

$33.65 - $55.00/hr.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position based in Menomonee Falls, WI.