Assistant Project Manager

Kids for the Future; Gainesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Premier health benefits

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Vacation and holidays

Educational assistance

Job summary

NOVEC in Gainesville, VA is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to help plan and coordinate electric infrastructure projects. You will support project managers, manage tasks, schedules, and documentation while ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in utilities, a related degree, and CAPM or Agile familiarity. NOVEC offers competitive pay, health benefits, a 401(k) with match, life insurance, and generous leave in a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset with ability to apply data-driven decisions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage assigned project tasks and deliverables; assist managers in objectives.
• Review goals, milestones, schedules, and assigned work for feasibility and progress.
• Lead status meetings; prepare notes and action item follow-ups.
• Produce performance, status, financial, and closeout reports.
• Monitor spend projections; track expenditures and flag variances.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration

CAPM certification

Agile fundamentals

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Scheduling software

Financial software

Job description

• Location 5399 Wellington Branch Dr,Gainesville, VA, 20155,United States

Description Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.

NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA. NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton. NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99.99% average system reliability.

As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity – a national priority. Today’s technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce.

OVERVIEW:

The Assistant Project Manager helps plan and coordinate electric infrastructure projects and independently manages assigned project elements to support completion on time and within budget. The role supports project managers while taking direct responsibility for selected project tasks, deliverables, schedules, reporting, financial tracking, stakeholder coordination, and project documentation.

Other related duties may be assigned. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Coordinate and manage assigned project tasks and deliverables and assist project managers in achieving project objectives.
• Review project goals, milestones, schedules, and assigned work to help ensure project objectives are achievable and progressing as planned.
• Set up and conduct project status and issue meetings; prepare and distribute meeting notes and follow up on action items.
• Create and deliver project performance, status, financial, and closeout reports.
• Provide monthly spending projections and expenditure reports; track actual expenditures against budget and identify potential overruns.
• Review invoices and analyze project expenditures for accuracy and appropriate charging.
• Prepare preliminary and/or detailed estimates and cash flows and coordinate with design and construction units in support of estimates.
• Maintain project schedules, contracts, invoices, reports, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding project status, deliverables, issues, and details.
• Coordinate project initiation activities and work with appropriate accounting functions to establish project and task numbers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration is required or a combination of education and related experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Degrees in related disciplines may be considered. An advanced degree may be considered as one year of experience.
• 2-4 years of related electric utility experience is required.
• CAPM and Agile fundamentals are preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical methodology to problem solving and decision making and relate technical concepts to practical application.
• Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills and ability to produce accurate results in a data-intensive environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, customers, stakeholders, and the general public, orally and in writing, while maintaining professionalism.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and project management, scheduling, analytical, financial, and tracking/reporting software appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive material and confidential business data with integrity.
• Ability to perform responsibilities accurately and timely within established guidelines while providing superior customer service.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive pay
• Premier health benefits, including an onsite wellness center
• Survivor and Disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of your contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12%
• Life insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave
• Educational Assistance
• Annual Company Events

NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not provide sponsorship for this position.

The anticipated starting salary within the posted salary range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's education, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, internal equity, and market considerations.

Additional Information

• Base Pay $68,670 - $83,930
• Relocation Assistance No
• Work location This position is hybrid (3 days in office) after an on-site intro period of up to 4 mo's.
• Internal Application Deadline 5:00 PM on 9/8/2026