Electrical Assistant Project Manager II (34732)

Position Summary

This position supports the execution of construction projects by assisting project managers in overseeing planning, financial tracking, subcontractor management, and quality control efforts to meet business, client, and operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with preconstruction teams to support project estimating, cost control, and schedule development.
• Reviews and coordinates scopes of work, ensuring alignment with drawings, specifications, and project objectives.
• Prepares and reviews submittals for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Compiles and analyzes pay applications, change requests, and other financial documents related to project progress.
• Participates in subcontractor bidding, evaluations, and award recommendations, including the preparation of proposals.
• Assists in contract administration, including monitoring deliverables and compliance with contract terms.
• Oversees time tracking and reporting in coordination with field supervision and administrative staff to ensure accuracy and adherence to company policy.
• Communicates and coordinates with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors to support project alignment and timely decision-making.
• Organizes and facilitates project meetings to address coordination, material needs, and labor concerns.
• Drafts correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, and other project documentation.
• Maintains and updates resource data including vendor contacts, material specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Assists with or coordinates material procurement and delivery to ensure field teams have the resources needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects and smooth operation of department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred; high school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in electrical or general construction project coordination or management.
• Prior electrical estimating experience is a plus.
• Journeyman Electrician’s License is a plus.
• Strong computer literacy and comfort working with project management and estimating tools.

Skills

• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Bluebeam, Accubid, and scheduling software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, technical specifications, and schematics.
• Proficient in construction takeoffs and basic estimating.
• Working knowledge of electrical construction materials and practices.
• High attention to detail with the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability and a commitment to a safety‑first culture.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Work Environment

The role may be performed inside or outside, with possible exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures, weather elements, restricted or confined spaces, and slippery or uneven surfaces. Work may involve ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and other typical heavy‑construction exposures, as well as an office setting using standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands

Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of a jobsite in all weather conditions, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, standing, or stretching. Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 lb, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lb. Must be able to sit for extended periods, work at a computer for long durations, and may require travel. Must wear required personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety vest) and be able to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, with overtime, night shifts, and on‑call availability as needed. Good vision (including color vision) and hearing are required, as is the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.