Aspiring Project Manager — Utility Construction

Pike Corporation; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Corporation in Orlando, FL is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee estimating, scheduling, procurement and project oversight across distribution and transmission construction. You will establish baseline schedules, monitor progress and cost, and report results weekly while maintaining strong customer relations.

The role requires a 4-year degree (engineering or construction management) and 2+ years PM experience in construction, with strong communication and budgeting skills.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree preferably in engineering or construction management
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in the construction industry (preferably the utility construction industry)
• Detailed knowledge of project management fundamentals
• Working knowledge of computers and software applications with MS Office proficiency (MS Project/Primavera not required but a plus)
• Demonstrated skills in written communications and oral communications

Responsibilities

• Manage projects in accordance with Pike Policies and Procedures
• Manage client relationships and ensure trusted business relationships
• Manage subcontractors and material procurement
• Effective change control and risk management processes
• Thorough estimates of projects prior to construction
• Provide performance related feedback/input to operations and field management
• Contract reporting and status for field operations, management, and client
• Effective financial controls to ensure profitability on all projects
• Manage and support emergency and storm restoration events

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Pike Corporation in Orlando, FL is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee estimating, scheduling, procurement and project oversight across distribution and transmission construction. You will establish baseline schedules, monitor progress and cost, and report results weekly while maintaining strong customer relations.

The role requires a 4-year degree (engineering or construction management) and 2+ years PM experience in construction, with strong communication and budgeting skills.