Assistant Project Manager

Prime Electric; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% medical coverage for employees and dependents

401k Program with Direct Benefit

100% Employer-paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Prime Electric in Wenatchee, Washington is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support small-scale construction projects. You will coordinate project activities, manage resources, and communicate effectively with clients and team members.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in construction management and has 3-5 years of experience in the electrical construction industry. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $133,000 and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant experience in construction management or electrical construction.
• Experience with software estimating, accounting, and project management systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scopes and coordination of resources and schedules.
• Support project cost management and analyze budget impacts.
• Attend client and field meetings to ensure effective communication.

Skills

Construction management

Electrical estimating

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

3-5 years electrical construction industry experience

Tools

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging is foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.

Consistently recognized as one of Washington’s Best Workplaces!

Position Summary

Working under general supervision, the Assistant Project Manager collaborates with Project Managers, and Field Management to ensure the successful planning, execution, customer satisfaction, and financial success of small‑scale construction projects. This role supports project management functions including financial oversight, subcontractor coordination, and operational decision support.

What You Will Do

• Manage assigned project scopes, coordinating resources, schedules, and subcontractor activities to support successful project execution and financial performance.
• Coordinate and prioritize project activities to maintain schedules and address project issues, exercising independent judgement to escalate or resolve matters impacting project delivery.
• Prepare and evaluate change order estimates and support project cost management by analyzing budget impacts and recommending adjustments as needed.
• Attend in‑person and virtual client and field meetings to ensure effective communication.
• Coordinate project management activities including schedule tracking, documentation management, and project communications to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Analyze project progress, financial performance, and operational issues, and provide recommendations to Project Managers to support informed project management decisions.
• Contribute to the enhancement of project management processes, tools, and methodologies, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and propose actionable solutions.
• Apply familiarity with project cost forecasting and projections.
• Maintain communication with various individuals and departments to ensure deliverables are met.
• Coordinate subcontractor and vendor activities, monitoring performance and addressing issues to maintain project schedule, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
• Monitor and track project changes (e.g. RFIs, design changes) and assist in document control efforts.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships to contribute to successful project outcomes.
• Act as a key liaison between project teams, clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to facilitate clear and effective communication aligned with project goals.
• Monitors jobsite safety and takes appropriate action to address and correct deficiencies.
• Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices.
• Maintain a physical presence onsite and regularly visit jobsites to oversee progress and provide assistance to the project management team as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You Will Need to be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, and/or three to five years electrical construction industry experience or relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• Experience working with software‑based estimating, accounting, scheduling, and project management systems. Knowledge of Accubid preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical trade and/or construction‑related background.
• Familiarity with construction cost, scheduling, estimating, and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting principles.
• Proficiency in electrical estimating to produce job change orders, evaluate and apply job estimates, and assist with new estimates as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, and effective prioritization skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

$95,000 - $133,000 a year

Our Benefits

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to employee
• 401k Program w/ Direct Benefit
• 100% Employer‑paid Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
• Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit
• Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.