Assistant Electrical Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction business is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to coordinate and document electrical projects. This role involves maintaining project files, facilitating communication among contractors and vendors, and assisting with project closeout scheduling. Ideal candidates will have a background in construction management or 2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be a College Graduate with completed courses in construction management or have at least 2 years of experience.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong follow-up skills.
• Familiarity with project specifications and documentation processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining project files and communication logs.
• Managing RFI and submittal logs through Procore.
• Assisting with scheduling and project closeout activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong follow-up skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in Outlook

Education

College Graduate in construction management

2 years experience in a similar role or Electrical Field

Tools

Procore

Primavera

Job description

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager will work directly with Electrical Project Managers on and off job sites to ensure projects are coordinated, scheduled, and documented properly. The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining communication and facilitating project documentation between vendors, subcontractors, and General Contractors/Construction Managers.

Candidates must have a genuine interest in the Electrical field and be looking for a company in which to grow.

Experience and Skills

• Candidates must be a College Graduate with completed courses in construction management or have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role or Electrical Field.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as all are used regularly. Experience with Procore and Primavera is a plus.
• Familiarity with project specifications, shop drawings, RFI’s, O&M’s, and the submittal process.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong follow-up skills.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintaining electronic and hard copies of project files, including RFI’s and submittals, both in the office and on job sites.
• Maintaining communication with general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Managing RFI and submittal logs through Procore, as well as closeout documentation, proactively keeping all up to date and regularly updating project managers on statuses.
• Creating operation and maintenance manuals per the job specifications.
• Assisting with scheduling, start-up, and training during project closeout.

AA/EOE, M/F

Company Description

Ferguson is one of the Northeast's most respected businesses, a diversified specialty contractor supplying fully integrated electrical and mechanical systems for new and renovated construction projects. The company employs more than 150 full-time skilled professionals using state-of-the-art equipment and technology.