Associate Project Manager (National Travel)
About ArchKey
ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty‑trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We lead in designing, building, and maintaining electrical, technology, and specialty systems. Our work shapes the future, impacts lives long after a building is completed, and is committed to being technologically advanced, sustainable, scalable, and equitable. We energize infrastructure, careers, communities, and the future.
About the Position
As an Associate Project Manager you will assist the Project Manager in the overall administrative and technical direction for a large, complex project or oversee smaller projects under supervision. You may carry bottom‑line responsibility for profit and loss, provide technical and engineering support, and help ensure projects are delivered on design, budget, and schedule.
Day in the Life
- Assist in the total construction and design effort (if applicable) to ensure the project is built according to design, budget, and schedule.
- Act as a liaison to coordinate communication between internal and external members, including General Contractors, Subcontractors, Superintendents, and Foremen.
- Assist the Project Manager in authorizing and approving project staffing, such as superintendents, general foremen, and foremen.
- Perform specialized estimating and support project estimating activities.
- Assist the Project Manager with purchase requisitions, payment approvals, and change‑order requests.
- Support the implementation and interpretation of safety programs and ensure all OSHA requirements are met.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- 0–1 year of construction and/or project experience, or knowledge of construction methods.
- Project management training, experience, or skills with a general understanding of the project lifecycle.
- Strong process orientation with analytical and mathematical skills.
- Superior written and verbal communication abilities.
- Outstanding interpersonal and team‑leadership skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail to ensure maximum quality throughout the project lifecycle.
- Willingness to travel to and potentially temporarily relocate to project locations.
- Experience with Accubid (a plus).
- Experience with Bluebeam Revu (a plus).
Travel
Travel to project sites across the United States is required and may include temporary relocation for the duration of a project. Current project locations include:
- Ashburn, VA
- Charleston, SC
- Columbus, OH
- CTP Lancaster, PA
- Danville, PA
- Fargo, ND
- Franklin Furnace, OH
- Minneapolis, MN
- New Florence, MO
- Pittsburg (Shippingport), PA
- Point Pleasant, WV
- San Antonio, TX
- San Antonio (Lytle), TX
- South Bend, IN
- West Memphis, AR
Benefits
- Competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision).
- Robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Access to wellness programs.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Benefits designed to promote health, security, and work‑life balance.