Assistant Project Manager

Socket.dev; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SSOE is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support our Process Operations team on multi-discipline engineering and design projects. Locations available include Toledo (OH), Lima (OH), and Midland (MI).

You will assist project managers through scope development, design packages, and project execution, coordinating meetings and document control as needed. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Technology/PM, 3 years of related experience, and CAPM is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Business, Technology, Project Management or related field.
• 3 years related experience or equivalent.
• CAPM Certification is encouraged.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist managers with day-to-day project tasks, staffing, work plans, schedules and budgets.
• Assist in preparing project plans, budgets and control procedures.
• Under supervision, manage small scope projects.
• Assist in evaluating consultants and outsourcing partners for utilization.
• Coordinate meetings and maintain paper flow and document controls.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Technology/PM or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

SSOE is looking for an Assistant Project Manager for our Process Operations team. This person will play a critical role in supporting projects within the industry for a diverse list of leading-edge clients. As an Assistant Project Manager, you will be responsible for supporting Project Managers lead multi-discipline engineering, design and architectural teams in both small and medium projects from scope development through complete design packages and complete project execution. Locations available include Toledo (OH), Lima (OH), and Midland (MI).

What Makes SSOE a Great Place To Work

You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual.

When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage-helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

A Typical Day Might Include:

The following duties are typical of the position, but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.

• Assist relevant managers with day to day project tasks, staffing, work plans, schedules, budgets, etc.
• Assist in preparing project plans, budgets, and control procedures.
• Under supervision of manager, manages “small” scope projects.
• Under supervision of manager, assists in the evaluation of consultants and outsourcing partners (under the supervision of Manager) for utilization on multi-functional projections.
• Assist is securing P.O. and invoicing for consultants and outsourcing partners.
• May act as the liaison between project teams, consultants and outsourcing partners.
• Follows established procedures to effectively administer project, (i.e., cost estimating, correspondence, documents controls, weekly/monthly performance reports, etc.
• Communicates project requirements to team members.
• May assist in the training of other Assistant Project Managers or project team members to familiarize them with SSOE or the project specific requirements.
• Assist in coordinating meetings and establishes all paper flow and document control with project teams, contractors, regulatory agencies and others involved.
• May attend project meetings to take meeting minutes and prepare for distribution.
• Occasional travel as needed for project coordination or training.
• Valid driver’s license required. May be waived for international assignments.

Qualifications

Qualifications You’ll Need on Day One:

• Bachelor Degree in in Business, Technology, Project Management or related field.
• 3 years related experience, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• CAPM Certification is encouraged.
• Good facilitator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experienced in the following software packages: (Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and SharePoint).
• Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
• Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K, PTO & paid holidays.