Junior Project Manager

About the role

Tri-City Group is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support projects within our Technologies, Structured Cabling, and Mission Critical Divisions. This entry-level position is a first step in a defined career path in Data Center Project Management, suited for candidates with field experience looking to transition into project management or those with a Construction Management college background.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of data center structured cabling projects from kickoff through closeout
• Assist with material procurement and tracking for high-density fiber and copper packages, including long-lead items critical to hyperscale schedules
• Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, and closeout documentation to data center owner standards
• Coordinate schedules with field foremen, superintendents, subcontractors, general contractors, and owner's representatives on phased, fast-moving projects
• Participate in project meetings and site walks alongside senior project managers
• Assist with budget tracking and change order documentation on large-scale, multi-phase projects
• Learn and apply site-specific access, security, and safety protocols required in hyperscale and enterprise data center environments
• Support field leadership in enforcing job site safety standards
• Maintain project files, punch lists, and closeout packages
• Support field leadership with new-hire site orientation and onboarding

Requirements

• Minimum 1‑2 years of field or technical experience in structured cabling or low voltage
• Education: Bachelor's in Construction Management, low‑voltage apprenticeship with hands‑on experience, or technical education/certification program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (4 years)
• Interest in mission‑critical and data center projects
• Valid driver's license

Qualifications

• Experience reading and navigating large, complex construction drawing sets and submittals
• BICSI credentials, or interest in pursuing them
• Prior use of construction project management software, including Procore

Skills

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work within structured documentation and change control processes
• Clear, professional communication with vendors, project managers, and internal team members
• Willingness to hold self and others accountable to job site safety standards
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel) and willingness to learn project management software