Assistant Project Manager

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support complex construction projects. This role involves maintaining strong partnerships with vendors and subcontractors, guiding project engineers, and managing project documentation. The ideal candidate will bring innovative thinking and prior supervisory experience, ensuring the successful execution of projects in a collaborative environment. Join a team that values problem-solving and innovation, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the projects and communities served.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Project Engineer in electrical construction.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project activities including proposals, change orders, and tracking logs.
• Lead team meetings and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Team Leadership

Technical Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering

Job description

Posting Title: Assistant Project Manager

Reports To: Project Executive

Location: Arizona

Salary Range: $95,000 to $120,000

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description.

WHO WE ARE

For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—always—do the right thing.

THE ENERGY TEAM

Our Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it’s a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers and field employees deliver when it matters most.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re seeking an Assistant Project Manager ready to positively impact a complex construction project. APMs are expected to maintain exceptional working partnerships with vendors and subcontractors and assist in the review and tracking of project activities, including request for proposals, change orders, submittals, tracking logs, and related project documents.

• Lead team meetings and provide guidance to Project Engineers and Project Coordinators in partnership with the Project Manager and field team.
• Partner with scheduling department to gather all data required to populate CEI schedule.
• Identify cost impacts associated with RFIs, submittals, and design changes and provide timely notification.
• Price change orders consistently and in a timely manner for project manager review and approval.
• Manage close out documents.
• Coordinate commissioning activities w/ 3rd party. Track and follow up on open items.
• Maintain strong working partnerships with vendors and subcontractors. Coordinate accurate material releases on time and consistent with project documents.

Knowledge: Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.

Job Complexity: Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

Supervision: Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.

ABOUT YOU

You bring innovative and entrepreneurial thinking to a project with prior experience supervising and/or providing guidance to others. You possess technical knowledge and communication skills, which are vital to an Assistant Project Manager’s success.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

As an Assistant Project Manager (APM) at Cupertino Electric, you will be empowered to learn the skills and competencies required to become a successful Project Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.

Licensure/Certifications: None required.

Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience specifically as a Project Engineer in electrical construction, or MEP experience in general contracting. Minimum five (5)+ years of related experience, including some time managing smaller projects.

Driving Record: Valid state-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process.

CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer.