Assistant Electrical Project Manager

Gibson Electrical LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Electrical LLC seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support coordinatio n of project activities, review drawings, manage submittals, and assist procurement under the Lead Project Manager.

The role emphasizes safety, scheduling, and clear communication with field teams, clients, and vendors. Requires 2 years of assistant PM experience in electrical construction and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; construction-related degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years as an assistant PM in electrical construction (industrial or commercial).
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and specifications and reconcile with takeoff/proposal.

Skills

Multitasking

NEC knowledge

OSHA knowledge

Travel readiness

Written & verbal communication

Excel/Word

BuildOps experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

BuildOps

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible for supporting seamless coordination and communication across all project stakeholders, including field personnel, the production team, and clients. This role requires the APM to develop and maintain strong working relationships not only within internal teams but also with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure project goals are met efficiently and collaboratively. Under the supervision of the lead Project Manager, the Assistant Project Manager is responsible for supporting the review and tracking of all project activities, including orders, submittals, reporting, and all other project documentation. Due to the size and scope of the current projects at Gibson Electrical, Assistant PMs will typically be assigned to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

The Assistant PM's duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to;

• Review project drawings and specifications and reconcile them against the takeoff/bid-proposal to identify scope gaps or deficiencies.
• Address and resolve any internal scope gaps or issues. Submit RFIs for any external issues and follow through to resolution.
• Assist in pricing Change Orders for customer submission and review with Lead Project Manager.
• Track and reconcile drawing revisions throughout the job and price any necessary changes.
• Review project packages such as Gear, Lighting, Low-Voltage, Fire Alarm, Security, etc.
• Request and compile submittals from vendors and transmit to the owner or general contractor for approval.
• Once approved, coordinate procurement of all materials and packages with the Lead Project Manager.
• Review project schedules and create internal task schedules specific to Gibson Electrical's scope of work.
• Collaborate with the Lead Project Manager and General Superintendent to plan and adjust project execution strategies as needed to reflect real-world conditions.
• Monitor daily job progress against the schedule and overall project completion plan.
• Ensure compliance with all company protocols, with a focus on safety and planning.
• Attend project meetings (on-site or virtual) as required. In some cases, only the Lead Project Manager may be expected to attend, depending on the job scope.

Qualifications:

• Education - High Diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• Experience - Minimum of two (2) years of assistant PM experience in the Electrical Construction (industrial or commercial).
• Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.

Skills:

• Ability to multitask in fast-paced environments
• Basic knowledge of NEC, OSHA codes/compliance
• Ability to travel to meet project needs
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Strong overall computer skills, proficiency in Word and Excel
• Experience with BuildOps software preferred but not required

Background checks are not currently required as part of standard pre-employment screening under company policy. However, certain contracts or project sites may require background screening as a condition of employment on those specific jobs.

Gibson Electrical LLC reserves the right to modify, update, or implement pre-employment screening policies at any time based on business needs, client requirements, or contractual obligations. When applicable, employees will be notified of any required screening prior to assignment.

Per company policy, pre-employment drug screening is required for all applicants working in the field or on project sites. Applicants must be able to pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Failure to pass the pre-employment screening may result in a job offer being rescinded.

All employees are also subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing during employment. Failure to pass a drug or alcohol screening at any time during employment may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination, in accordance with company policy.