Assistant Project Manager

The Assistant Project Manager reports directly to the Project Manager (s) for projects they are assigned to. Responsible for supporting the Project Manager to manage and oversee all aspects related to project management, financial performance, scheduling, and change order management. Establish and maintain outstanding customer relationships. Ensure project goals are met. Execute best practices and adhere to policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

This is a list of the most prominent duties and responsibilities

• Financial Acumen. General understanding of costs, revenue, billings, projections, margin, gains, fades, commitments, AR, AP, etc.
• Estimating and Change Orders. Assist the Project Manager with project estimates and/or change order estimates. Identifying scope and scope gaps. Coordinating vendor and sub quotes and scopes.
• Schedule. Basic knowledge and understanding of scheduling our work and integration with the GC’s schedule. Understanding of pull planning. Basic understanding of scheduling software (Microsoft Project, P6). Understanding work breakdown structures. Assist the Project Manager and Project Superintendent to ensure deadlines are met, constraint logs are issued to the GC, and manpower is coherent with budgets.
• Document Control. Analyze blueprints/specifications, review proposals/project requirements. Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
• Project Logistics. Coordinate material procurement, ensure compliance with corporate policies and federal/state laws, provide status updates and maintain documentation records. Assist with inventory and material deliveries to ensure attainment of project objectives, schedule completion and timely deliveries.
• Leadership skills. Effective management of the Customers, Vendors, Subcontractors and Miller team.
• Collaboration. Regular communication with your peers around the company, both inside and outside of your region.
• Process and Procedures. Must be comfortable with a system that has documented processes and procedures for all tasks. Use of technology platforms for financials, project management, etc.
• Networking. Comfortable with establishing and maintaining customer relations. Understanding the balance between protecting our Company and maintaining relationships with clients.
• Intangibles. Ability to follow instructions. Foster positive relationships with employees and clients. Embrace and promote corporate culture. Push for continuous improvement. Desire for personal growth.
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties may be required / assigned as needed.
  
  
  

Required

Education & Experience

• 2+ years as an Assistant Project Manager over commercial electrical work
• A good understanding of how to read electrical drawings and specifications
• Experience preparing take-offs and estimates for change orders
• Have knowledge of various aspects of construction (labor, materials, equipment, methods, etc.) as well as an understanding of industry practices, processes, and standards
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong computer skills and quick to learn new systems
• Commitment to continuous improvement of communication, organization and leadership skills
• Effective scheduling and delegation to accomplish tasks on time
• Tactful conflict resolution and problem solving abilities
  
  
  

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, etc.), paired with industry experience OR an overall appropriate combination of certification(s), experience, and education (journeyman or master electrician’s license)
• Familiar with computer-based estimating
• Knowledge of billing and collections
  
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Insurance (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k retirement and matching
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
  
  
  

Miller Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity employer - we believe that what is good for humans, will naturally be good for business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Miller Electric Company will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate.