Associate Project Manager

About the role

The Associate Project Manager is the overall manager for assigned project(s), ensuring all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed, and managed in accordance with the Company’s requirements for safety, quality, management, and financial performance. This role oversees all aspects of assigned projects, optimizing efficiency in staffing, materials management, financial oversight, customer care, and delivery goals.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline, and discharge project-related staff as necessary.
• Manage all human resource issues per Company policies and procedures, escalating when needed.
• Complete recommendations for project-related employees’ performance ratings, promotions, and pay changes.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to meet customer and Company goals and objectives.
• Manage workload distribution and monitor customer delivery and job installation progress.
• Plan, manage, monitor, and maintain project profitability to achieve Company goals.
• Review job cost postings for accuracy and completeness, including invoice preparation, customer collections, and financial reporting.
• Manage all quality and safety issues on customer work.
• Participate in and/or facilitate the bid process.
• Act as the Company liaison for customer interface.
• Create, develop, and implement account process improvements.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Self-motivated, professional, and capable of leading others to implement project process improvements.
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to effectively read, write, and deliver oral presentations.
• High skill level in interpreting blueprints and project documents, including specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
• Ability to travel within branch or regional territory as needed.
• Proficiency in learning Company and customer project management systems.
• Ability to secure and maintain a Company-sponsored American Express Card.
• Proficiency with trade tools: punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX, butt set, volt-ohmmeter, 4-pair continuity tester, and 5-gang punch tool.
• Regular attendance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical/construction field.
• Experience in customer interface, acting as a liaison between the customer and the Company.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project).
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to define a project, create a scope of work, develop detailed tasks, and manage them to final completion and customer turnover.

Pay

Annual salary range: $75,000 – $85,000 USD.

Schedule

Onsite.

Career Path

This position promotes into Operations Manager or Branch Manager.