Assistant Project Manager

EPI Power, LLC (“EPI”) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

About the role

The Assistant Project Manager collaborates with the Project Manager to profitably manage a small project or a specific scope of a larger project. This role will also manage the administrative and field construction activities on their assigned project.

Responsibilities

• Be involved in developing BIM (building information modeling) application and Project BIM Execution Plan (BEP)
• Understand contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope
• Manage construction documents, drawings, requests for information (RFI) and submittals
• Prepare inspections, compliance audits and the non-conformance log
• Manage material and equipment delivery status and project logs (i.e. buyouts, subcontractor material status reports, submittals, RFIs)
• Assist in the preconstruction, project planning, and buyout process
• Create and manage scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements
• Approve subcontractor and vendor pay applications
• Assist in completion of monthly project status reports (MPSR), owner billings, and financial risk assessments
• Ensure subcontract agreements and amendments are executed
• Track and negotiate subcontractor requests for change
• Utilize virtual design tools to assist with project coordination
• Facilitate regular project meetings; record and distribute meeting minutes as needed
• Manage closeout information, punch list items, as-built drawings, and warranty process
• Facilitate dispute resolution among subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners
• Identify and propose value engineering and scope reduction opportunities
• Support with mentoring and providing development opportunities for team members
• Assist with identifying, developing, and closing out owner and subcontractor change orders
• Assist with documenting field conditions and potential impacts to cost or schedule
• Support project safety initiatives and compliance with company and site safety requirements
• Assist with reviewing productivity and schedule progress to support project reporting and coordination

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in construction project management
• Experience supporting projects executed under GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) contract structures, including change management, cost tracking, and scope administration, is an asset
• Experience on data center, mission-critical, industrial, or other large complex electrical projects is strongly preferred
• An industry-related college degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Knowledge and application of Lean principles

Skills

• Project management skills and commercial construction knowledge
• Ability to support schedule-driven execution in a fast-track construction environment
• Strong negotiation and relationship building skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to make sound judgements and decisions
• Analytical thinker with a high level of initiative
• Adaptable to meet the needs of the business and the client
• Detail-oriented and highly organized

Technology

• Experience with JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, P6 is a plus
• Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Schedule

This role requires the ability to work 6 days per week, Monday – Saturday.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards