Assistant Project Manager

About the role

E2 Optics is a Woman-Owned technology integrator dedicated to powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and future innovations. Our company is known for its stability and growth, and we're committed to fostering a family-centric culture where collaboration and mutual support are key.

Responsibilities

• Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard a family-centric culture
• Participates in the RFP Process, reviewing plans, specifications, and bid forms
• Reviews contract/work orders for content, validity, and changes
• Cultivate and maintain customer relationships to secure and expand business opportunities
• Provide initial client interface to assess scope of work, schedule, and resources necessary to successfully complete a project
• Manage project scheduling requirements to control costs and meet contract requirements
• Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships; streamline project activities for efficiencies; communicate with staff and upper management to keep all informed of customer and job requirements
• Prepare and manage change orders and provide progress reports as per the contractual requirements
• Monitor installation activities in conjunction with the onsite E2 personnel to ensure project is delivered on schedule and within budget
• Partner with QA/QC Team to ensure specifications are communicated, anchored, and achieved in accordance to client quality plan requirements
• Manage job cost/profitability and schedules through internal systems and reports
• Represent the company in client project meetings
• Coordinate with PM/PE/SI to facilitate project close-outs
• Provide coaching, development, and guidance to direct reports and/or team members
• Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with experience required, associate or bachelors degree preferred
• Certified PMP preferred
• BICSI RCDD Certification preferred
• BICSI RTPM Certification preferred
• OSHA 30 certified preferred
• Knowledge of general building codes and BICSI Standards
• Minimum 2 years experience in commercial and/or data center construction and project management including the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure, and managing large scale build projects
• Experience managing large scale client projects with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts
• Product experience with Panduit, CommScope, Corning, and others
• Successful completion of previous telecommunication projects
• Experience managing large projects (1+ million) and service contracts
• Must be proficient in problem solving and root cause analysis to determine best feasible solutions
• Knowledge of structured cabling industry including technology, quality, and safety standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in commercial and/or data center construction and project management
• Experience managing large scale client projects with Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts
• Product experience with Panduit, CommScope, Corning, and others
• Successful completion of previous telecommunication projects
• Experience managing large projects (1+ million) and service contracts
• Proficient in problem solving and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of structured cabling industry including technology, quality, and safety standards

Skills

• Problem-solving skills
• Root cause analysis
• Project management
• Customer relationship management
• Communication skills
• Time management
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• BICSI training facilities
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays

Pay

Competitive compensation package

Schedule

Flexible work schedule with occasional overnight travel required