Assistant Project Manager

Cache Valley Electric Company; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cache Valley Electric Company is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this full-time role, you will drive the success of electrical construction projects by managing schedules, budgets, and team coordination to ensure timely and quality completion.

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or equivalent electrical experience, alongside at least 3 years of project management experience in commercial construction. You will utilize project management software to oversee diverse teams effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or strong electrical field experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of project experience in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, quality control, design coordination and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Manage budgets and cost control.
• Conduct regular site walks to monitor schedules and quality.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management software proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Understanding of construction processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Accubid/Change Order

Job description

CVE is a premier national specialty contractor with over a century of excellence in electrical, teledata, networking, security and wireless communications. As a family-owned company at the forefront of technology, we value each employee’s contribution and foster a collaborative, growth-oriented culture.

Job overview

Join our team as an Assistant Project Manager, where you’ll play a pivotal role in driving the success of electrical construction projects. This full-time position involves managing schedules, budgets and coordination while ensuring quality and timely completion. You’ll work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver exceptional results.

What you’ll do

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, coordinating with teams to ensure milestones are met on time.
• Manage budgets, cost control, and subcontractor agreements to support project success.
• Conduct regular site walks to monitor schedules, coordination and quality throughout the project.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impacts on schedules and costs.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external personnel, providing effective project updates and fostering strong relationships.
• Manage contracts and relationships with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Utilize project management software (e.g. Procore, Bluebeam, Accubid/Change Order) for efficient project oversight.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management (or related field) or strong electrical field experience
• Minimum of 3 years of project experience in commercial construction
• Strong understanding of construction processes, quality control, design coordination and electrical systems
• Knowledge of electrical equipment, materials and specifications
• Ability to visualize and sketch an electrical layout
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to pass a drug test and a background check