Assistant Project Manager

About the role

Prime Controls, L.P., established in 2004, is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm focused on meeting industrial automation and control needs. As a Main Automation Contractor, they offer comprehensive solutions supported by their size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from their Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices across the United States. Their mission is to deliver high-quality professional services while prioritizing employee well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.

Responsibilities

• Aids Project Managers in system integration projects by coordinating submittals, manpower, and staffing, resources, change orders, project tracking, and documentation.
• Develops project proposals by determining time frames, costs, procedures, staffing requirements, and resource allocation for various project phases.
• Collaborates with the documentation group to ensure all required submittal documents are ready and organized.
• Purchases parts, supplies, and technical instrumentation according to specifications and system designs.
• Serves as a liaison between departments and coordinates day-to-day operations for assigned projects.
• Maintains project documentation and updates with change orders.
• Attends project review meetings with other contractors and customer representatives.
• Reviews and updates change orders to maintain profitability and budget constraints.
• Prepares project reports for management, general contractors, customers, engineering firms, and others.
• Maintains Job Hazard Analyses.
• Fills in for Project Manager when needed for meetings, etc.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, project management, engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of full-time experience in architecture, pre-construction, construction, or a related field.
• Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to apply technological solutions to planning or implementation assignments.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with industry tools and references including estimating (RS Means or similar) and scheduling tools (MS Project or similar).
• CAD or BIM-based programs, visual communication software (Bluebeam or similar), project tracking and document control software (Procore or similar).
• Controls System knowledge of Rockwell hardware and AVEVA Software.
• Datacenter BMS and EPMS Equipment knowledge.
• Experience working with Electrical installation contractors.

Benefits

• Full-time employees enjoy a great benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, a flexible spending account, generous paid time off, numerous culture events, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with 401k matching.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EEO Statement

Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer. As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.