Assistant Project Manager - Commercial and Industrial Electrical

Adams, Inc.; Elkhorn (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Professional Development and Training

Career Advancement Path into Project |

Job summary

Adams, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support its Commercial & Industrial Electrical Division across Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.

You will help manage projects from award through completion, coordinating with project managers, field leaders, customers, and vendors to ensure safety, schedule, and quality. The role offers growth into a Commercial & Industrial Electrical Project Manager path, with a focus on planning, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration within a

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management abilities are required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Desire to learn commercial and industrial electrical construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in commercial/industrial electrical projects.
• Support scheduling, manpower planning, and material procurement activities.
• Track budgets, labor productivity, and job costs.
• Assist with change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
• Coordinate communication between customers, contractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Attend project meetings and provide status updates.
• Support forecasting, reporting, and closeout activities.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Conduct occasional jobsite visits to monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service

Desire to learn

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Project Management/Construction Management/Engineering/Business

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About Adams, Inc.

Adams, Inc. is a growing, family-owned contractor serving Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. We deliver high-quality electrical, generator, HVAC, plumbing, solar, and smart home solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support our Commercial & Industrial Electrical Division and help manage projects from award through completion.

Position Summary

The Assistant Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, execution, and administration of commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. Working alongside Project Managers, field leaders, customers, and vendors, this role helps ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field who is looking to develop a long-term career in electrical construction project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in managing commercial and industrial electrical projects
• Support project scheduling, manpower planning, and material procurement activities
• Track project budgets, labor productivity, and job costs
• Assist with change orders, project documentation, RFIs, and submittals
• Coordinate communication between customers, contractors, vendors, and field personnel
• Attend project meetings and provide status updates
• Support project forecasting, reporting, and closeout activities
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget
• Conduct occasional jobsite visits to monitor project progress
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field strongly preferred
• Internship, co-op, or professional experience in construction, electrical contracting, manufacturing, or project coordination preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Desire to learn commercial and industrial electrical construction
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred, but not required
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite and able to quickly learn applicable software applications

Experience Level Salary Range

• Entry Level / Recent College Graduate with Commercial & Industrial construction industry experience | $60,000 - $70,000
• 3-4 Years Related Experience | $70,000 - $85,000
• Experienced Assistant Project Manager (5+ years' experience) | $85,000 - $100,000

Adams, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Career Advancement Path into Project Management

Work Environment

This position combines office-based project coordination with occasional visits to commercial construction sites and industrial facilities throughout Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.

Why Join Adams, Inc.?

This position offers a clear path toward becoming a Commercial & Industrial Electrical Project Manager. You'll gain hands-on experience working with experienced project managers, field leaders, customers, and contractors while learning all aspects of project execution, financial management, scheduling, and customer relationship management.

Adams Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.