Assistant Project Manager

Jobot; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Three weeks PTO

Flexible work schedule

Yearly bonuses

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Sterling Heights, MI, with 2+ years in construction. The role focuses on planning, budgeting, and coordination across teams to deliver projects on time and safely. Competitive compensation with bonuses and PTO is offered.

Responsibilities include cost control, contract review, supplier negotiations, and schedule development to meet project milestones. This position emphasizes growth and performance-based bonuses within a dynamic electrical

Qualifications

• 2+ years in construction industry required.
• Solid understanding of RFIs, quality control, change orders, submittals, cost control, contract management, negotiation, planning and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in planning and execution of construction projects on time and within budget.
• Monitor costs to ensure budget compliance and forecast variances.
• Review contracts to verify terms and mitigate risks.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors for favorable terms.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with stakeholders.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed and training provided.
• Read and interpret blueprints to align construction with designs.

Skills

RFI process

Quality control

Change orders

Submittals

Cost control

Contract management

Negotiation

Planning

Scheduling

Construction safety

Blueprint reading

Job description

Job details

Up to $115k/yr - Bonus - Growing Electrical Contractor

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Drew Fetter

Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us

At the core of this company is its electrical contracting capabilities, specializing in commercial, healthcare, hospitality, public works, and high-rise residential segments.. We handle simple plan-and-spec projects to those requiring in-house design/build expertise. Our project managers, estimators, engineers, and on-site project foremen work to ensure that every project is designed, planned, and executed efficiently and expertly.

Why join us

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager with experience in the construction field, preferably in electrical contracting, but open to general contracting as well.

• Total Compensation: Ranging from $90,000 to $115,000 per year
• 401k match
• Three weeks of PTO
• Flexible work schedule
• Fun work environment
• Opportunity for substantial growth/advancement
• Yearly bonuses based on company performance

Responsibilities

1. Assisting the Project Manager in the planning and execution of construction projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

2. Managing and monitoring project costs to ensure budget compliance, including forecasting, tracking, and controlling costs.

3. Reviewing and managing contracts, ensuring that all terms and conditions are met and that any potential risks are identified and mitigated.

4. Negotiating with suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure the best possible terms for our projects.

5. Developing and maintaining project schedules, coordinating with team members and stakeholders to ensure that all activities are on track.

6. Ensuring construction safety by implementing and monitoring safety protocols, conducting regular safety inspections, and providing safety training to team members.

7. Reading and interpreting blueprints, ensuring that all construction activities align with the design specifications.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of 2 years of experience in the construction industry.

2. A solid understanding of RFIs, quality control, change orders, submittals, cost control, contract management, negotiation, planning, scheduling, construction safety, and blueprint reading.

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