Assistant Project Manager

Fallon Electric Co., Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fallon Electric Co., Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for an on-site role in Pittsburgh, PA. You will support project managers from pre-construction to closeout on commercial and industrial electrical projects.

The role emphasizes tracking schedules, assisting with procurement and expediting, coordinating with field teams and vendors, and maintaining thorough project documentation to ensure safety and quality compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pre-construction through closeout activities.
• Ability to track schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Familiarity with codes and inspections in commercial/industrial work.

Responsibilities

• Track project schedules from pre-construction to closeout.
• Assist with material procurement and expediting to prevent delays.
• Coordinate with field supervisors and vendors.
• Maintain organized project documentation and records.
• Monitor progress, assist with inspections and QA activities.
• Communicate updates to stakeholders to keep projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Expediting tasks

Scheduling

Procurement support

Documentation

Communication

Construction knowledge

PM software

Vendor coordination

Education

Construction management degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office/Excel

Job description

Fallon Electric Co., Inc. is a family-owned and operated electrical contractor that has been in business for over 50 years. The company is a proud member of IBEW Local #5 and specializes in commercial and industrial electrical work. Fallon Electric is known for its long-standing reputation, commitment to quality, and strong ties to the local community. Team members join a stable organization that values safety, craftsmanship, and professional growth. The company offers opportunities to work on diverse projects that support regional infrastructure and business development.

Role Description

The Assistant Project Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Pittsburgh, PA. This position supports project managers in planning, coordinating, and overseeing commercial and industrial electrical projects from pre-construction through closeout. Day-to-day tasks include tracking project schedules, assisting with material procurement and expediting, coordinating with field supervisors and vendors, and maintaining organized project documentation. The role also involves monitoring progress, supporting inspections and quality checks, helping manage logistics, and communicating updates to stakeholders to keep projects on time and within budget. The Assistant Project Manager collaborates closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project execution.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills related to expediting and expeditor functions, including tracking materials, coordinating deliveries, and resolving supply delays.
• Candidates should possess project management skills, such as scheduling, task coordination, documentation, and support of cost and resource tracking.
• Candidates should possess inspection-related skills, including assisting with site inspections, verifying work against plans and codes, and supporting quality assurance activities.
• Candidates should possess logistics management skills, including organizing shipments, optimizing material flow to job sites, and collaborating with vendors and warehousing.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with field crews, project managers, and external partners.
• Basic understanding of commercial and industrial electrical construction or willingness to learn; prior construction or trades experience is beneficial.
• Proficiency with project management software, spreadsheets, and other standard office applications.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.