Assistant Project Manager

About the role

The Assistant Project Manager assists in the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical projects within an organization. This role involves supporting the senior project manager or project management team in overseeing the project lifecycle, managing resources, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with the senior project manager
• Cook up project activities, resources, and stakeholders to meet project milestones
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, contractors, and technicians, to ensure project objectives are understood and tasks are assigned
• Monitor project costs and expenditures against the approved budget
• Prepare regular progress reports, status updates, and project documentation as the senior project manager requires
• Facilitate meetings, including preparation of agendas, meeting minutes, and action item tracking
• Support the implementation of quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards
• Coordinate and allocate project resources, including labor, materials, and equipment
• Maintain project documentation, including project plans, schedules, contracts, and change orders
• Communicate project status, changes, and risks to the senior project manager and relevant stakeholders
• Collaborate with the senior project manager to address any project non-conformities or customer complaints
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and make recommendations to optimize project spending
• Assist in establishing and maintaining effective communication channels with project stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and team members
• Follow safety procedures and ensure compliance with safety regulations and guidelines

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and construction practices
• Familiarity with project management principles, tools, and methodologies
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Educational background in engineering or construction management is preferred

Qualifications

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Basic understanding of budgeting and cost control principles
• Familiarity with safety regulations and practices in the construction industry

Skills

• Project management
• Electrical systems
• Construction practices
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Problem solving
• Cost control
• Safety practices

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD