Electrical Assistant Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Electrical Assistant Project Manager to support our Project Management team. This role plays a critical part in coordinating field activities, maintaining project documentation, assisting with estimating, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Assistant Project Manager works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, field teams, and clients to help manage project planning, scheduling, purchasing, change orders, and documentation. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. Department: Project Management. Reports To: Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and scheduling project activities
• Support budgeting, purchasing control, profit projections, and change order processing
• Maintain accurate project documentation and file management
• Coordinate material requirements to ensure timely delivery to job sites
• Assist with project estimates and proposal preparation
• Participate in job planning meetings, progress meetings, and site visits
• Support development of project pre-qualification materials
• Provide administrative and office support as needed
• Communicate project updates, issues, or changes to the Project Manager in a timely manner
• Travel to job sites or other company locations as required

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to learn and effectively use project management software
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Experience maintaining confidential and detailed records
• Team-oriented with professional communication skills
• Preferred Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• Four-year electrical apprenticeship graduate OR five (5) years of field-related experience in commercial/industrial electrical construction
• Extensive administrative experience, preferably in construction or service industry