Senior Project Associate
Job Summary
Miller Electric is seeking motivated candidates for a full-time Senior Project Associate role, which includes enrollment in our industry-leading Project Management Apprenticeship Program. This yearlong program provides continuous learning and hands-on development designed to kickstart your career in Construction Project Management.
About the Role
You will report directly to a project leader in a client-facing role that requires strong relationship-building skills both in and out of the office. Your core responsibility is to learn through on-the-job experience, peer-to-peer engagement, and technical training while supporting your project team.
Apprenticeship Highlights
One month of in-person hands-on training in Jacksonville, FL (Beginning 9/28)
Week 1: Construction Basics
Week 2: Electrical Knowledge
Week 3: Estimating
Week 4: Project Financials
Months 2-12: Live Miller-led virtual classes
Safety Training
Data Skills & Financial Midpoint
Third-party Coaching & Miller Mentoring
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Understand Miller Electric’s service-based approach to the electrical project management process.
Build long-term relationships with clients and colleagues by earning trust through diligent communication and a high-quality work ethic.
Support the generation of estimates and proposals to support your team in winning new work, establishing procedures, and scheduling timelines.
Develop a strong electrical/material vocabulary and understanding of job site etiquette.
Work with your team to ensure the project is built in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
Collaborate with your field leaders to confirm client expectations and coordination with your subcontractors and other trades.
Assess construction progress, team needs, and issues through regular project visits with your field supervision.
Work with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or IBEW licensed electrician
Strong computer & Microsoft 365 skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Commitment to developing time management and organizational skills
Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on learning environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the construction industry
Familiarity with computer-based estimating
Understanding of billing and collections
Benefits
Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
401k retirement with company matching
Vision plans
Disability Insurance
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Travel Accident Insurance
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
College Coach Services
Company Information
We are a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure. We offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.
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