Junior Project Manager

About the role

North Star Pipelines is a leading underground utility subcontractor, specializing in wet utilities. Founded in 1991, the company is known for its high-quality and reliable service, working across Metro Phoenix and Maricopa County for commercial General Contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Sr. Project Manager and Foreman.
• Manage the entire project from beginning to end.
• Accountable for meeting agreed-upon scope, cost, schedule, and quality measures.
• Project document control, project start up through close out, creating purchase orders, change orders, RFI's, submittals, and as-builts.
• Take off and order materials for various projects, coordinate with suppliers/vendors - maintain strict control of the project budget for each work activity.
• Track project budget and monitor job costs.
• Establish an effective communication plan with the project team and key stakeholders.
• Provide day-to-day direction to team members.
• Ensure effective change management occurs throughout the course of the project.
• Prepare documentation, status reports, and budgets.
• Represent North Star with a professional image and managerial skills.

Required Skills

• 3 years construction experience.
• 1 year experience in underground wet utilities.
• Able to read and understand project plans and specifications.
• Familiarity with local codes and MAG specs and details.
• Valid driver's license.
• Expert knowledge of MS Office.
• Excellent oral and written communications, interpersonal, negotiation, project planning, judgment, leadership, decision-making, analysis, and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Health & Dental Insurance.
• SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan with employer matching.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.