Assistant Project Manager- Electrical

Loenbro

Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company –

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Loenbro is seeking an Electrical Assistant Project Manager to join the Midwest team in Cedar Rapids, IA. You will support senior project managers, help manage schedules, and coordinate changes and budgets for electrical construction projects.

You will work closely with project staff, coordinate with field teams and owners, and help ensure quality, safety, and timely project delivery in a dynamic onsite environment.

Qualifications

3+ years of project management experience in electrical construction.
Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred.
Proficiency in project management software: Microsoft 365, Accubid, Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

Provide close support for the senior PMs and help ensure schedule requirements are met.
Initiate and track change orders; act as liaison between field management and owner for scope changes.
Assist in creating and enforcing the project budget and Schedule of Values (SOV).
Oversee Project Engineers with RFIs, submittals, quantity takeoffs, and material tracking.
Oversee project closeout to ensure documentation is submitted to the owner.

Skills

Independence

Teamwork

Safety and quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Accubid

Bluebeam

CAD/BIM

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Project Manager

Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Midwest
Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Onsite)
Reports to: Project Executive
Employment Type: Full-time
FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication, and our vertical market focus spans all industries. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex, so that our clients gain clarity and control in construction and maintenance. We do this by taking full ownership on every interaction, delivering multi-scope project excellence, and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners as we enhance and maintain your critical infrastructure. We have a national presence but a local approach—so that every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care. Through their relationship with us and the One Loenbro model, our customers are able to simplify, control, and succeed in the everyday.

Job Summary

Loenbro is currently looking for an Electrical Assistant Project Manager to join the team. As an Electrical Assistant Project Manager, you will be an essential part of our project management team, supporting the successful execution of the projects. You will work closely with Project Managers, gaining valuable experience and contributing to the project’s overall success.

Essential Responsibilities:

Close support for the senior project management team.
Develop project management techniques to ensure schedule requirements are met.
Initiate and track change orders using a log. Act as a liaison between the field management team and owner in all scope changes.
Provide close support and oversite of third-tier subcontractors.
Assist in creating and enforcing the project budget.
Assist in creating and submitting the Schedule of Values (SOV).
Oversee Project Engineers in the processing of Requests for Information (RFIs), Submittals, quantity takeoffs, and material tracking.
Oversee the project-closeout process to ensure all documentation is submitted to the owner.
Close support of the Quality Control team throughout electrical construction and commissioning.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

3+ years of project management experience in the electrical construction industry. Mission critical data center construction experience is highly preferred.
Bachelor's degree in construction management or other related field (preferred).
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft 365, Accubid, and Bluebeam).
Knowledge of CAD/BIM software.
Knowledge of electrical systems and industry standards is advantageous.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to safety and quality. NFPA 70E or OSHA Certifications.
Ability to work outside and at the job site most of the time is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Indoor office setting with controlled temperature.
Frequent visits to outdoor construction sites with exposure to weather extremes.
Potential exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, or other environmental factors.
Ability to use ladders, scaffolding, stairs, and lifts at commercial or industrial properties.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
Life and disability insurance.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Employee assistance program (EAP).

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

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