Assistant Project Manager - Data Center

About the role

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will be a member of our operations team and will help drive the delivery of all the various network infrastructure and cabling projects within a particular site. This position will require the individual to have development, management, customer engagement, operational and overall leadership skills.

Key responsibilities

• Establish the program schedule and ensure the established targets are met regarding schedule, cost, functionality, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Consult with clients, deliver presentations, resolve project issues, recommend new services or enhancements, estimate, write proposals, manage project costs, direct labor requirements, direct/assist purchasing with bill of materials.

What You’ll Do

• Accountable for effective project management and delivery of their projects.
• Work with the extended site team and the PM to develop the program schedule and establish key milestones for delivery of the program, ensuring all financial targets and schedule targets are met in alignment to the customers’ goals.
• Aid the PM in identifying and acquiring all resources required for revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Oversee and at times prepare the cost estimate at multiple stages during the pre-construction phase.
• Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
• Determine labor requirements and dispatch workers to construction sites.
• Facilitate travel for technicians traveling to the project site.
• Coordinate with the superintendent.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with codes and other regulations.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients representing the owner.
• Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
• Direct and supervise team members in the office and on-site.
• Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction means and methods.
• Solicit, negotiate, select, contract, and oversee material suppliers, subcontractors who complete specific pieces of the project.
• Requisition of supplies and materials to complete construction projects.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress, and cost tracking reports.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.
• Take action to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and designers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out.
• Evaluate construction means and methods to determine cost-effectiveness of plans.
• Manage, cost/budget, and communicate the contract changes process.
• Develop and maintain the project schedule.
• Develop and maintain the project financial plan.
• Prepare, maintain, and complete all aspects of the DL Way (project management playbook).
• Completes all weekly and monthly reporting and projections.
• Train and develop project team.
• Invoice client.
• Equipment and material purchasing.
• Review job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodic financial reporting to the customer and management.
• Manage, coordinate, and partner effectively with internal and external design, construction, network, and facility partners.
• Proactively communicate program status and risks to all stakeholders.
• Prepare and take corrective action to address concerns and challenges.
• Act as the Company liaison to the client for the program, maintaining a high level of client satisfaction, ensuring a collaborative environment across all parties.
• Expected to be on the jobsite and be present for active on-site project management responsibilities.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management, or similar experience.
• 1-3 + years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment.
• Track record of delivering mission critical programs on time, within budget, and to applicable build, quality, and safety standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Contract negotiation and administration experience is a plus.
• Experience building and leading teams.
• Experience in assessing, coaching, and mentoring direct reports and vendor teams.
• Organizational, time management and coordination skills across multiple disciplines preferred.
• Client Engagement experience in similar programs is preferred.
• Understanding program management fundamentals such as earned value management, SPI, CPI, and other project tracking metrics.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred.
• BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications certifications preferred.