Associate Project Manager

About the role

Associate Project Managers are responsible for generating business, providing general management of electrical and/or specialty systems construction projects, and overseeing staff. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Accubid, AutoCAD, and the electrical construction trade is preferred. The company emphasizes a “Culture of Care” and has been recognized as one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and staff electrical construction projects.
• Ensure projects are completed profitably, on time, and meet customer expectations.
• Identify and generate new business; network, establish, and maintain customer relationships.
• Promote a positive company culture by fostering friendly and constructive employee relations.
• Work with the Purchasing Department and vendors to ensure effective material coordination.
• Attend weekly and monthly meetings (e.g., Staffing Meeting, PM Meeting, Sales Meeting).
• Participate in bi‑annual field performance review process; conduct employee performance reviews and establish field merit wage increases.
• Maintain employee relations and partner with Human Resources on recruiting, selection, and related topics for direct reports.
• Review outgoing estimates with the Estimating Department to ensure accuracy.
• Visit various job sites and interact with crew, customers, foremen, and general contractors to ensure proper job progress and encourage safe behavior.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical training.
• Experience: Either 1 year of electrical estimating experience, or 5 years in the electrical trade plus 1 year of electrical estimating experience.
• Travel: 15‑20%.
• Work Schedule: Typical hours are 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday; work may be performed at any time on any day to meet business needs.

Career Development

FTI offers numerous opportunities for growth, including career development and continued education programs that help team members position themselves for success. The organization recognizes and rewards top performers with merit‑based compensation, career path development, and a flexible, robust benefits package.

Benefits

FTI provides industry‑leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. Full details of the benefits package are available to regular/full‑time employees.