Assistant Project Manager (electrical)

Jobot; Pembroke (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Full Benefits Package

Generous PTO

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (Electrical) in Pembroke, MA. The role is permanent, on-site, and supports senior PMs with planning, budgeting and coordination on commercial electrical projects.

You will work with field supervisors, union electricians, and project teams to keep projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with client expectations. Growth opportunities and a full benefits package accompany this position.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in electrical construction project coordination or assistant PM roles.
• Experience with scheduling, budgeting, documentation, and subcontractor coordination is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specs, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and delivering electrical projects.
• Assist with budgets, cost tracking, forecasts, schedules, procurement, and material deliveries.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress.
• Prepare submittals, RFIs, change orders, meeting notes and docs.
• Review drawings and specs to support accurate execution.
• Monitor installation quality and assist with inspections and deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with codes, safety requirements and project procedures.
• Participate in jobsite meetings and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Assist with labor planning and productivity tracking in a union environment.
• Help closeout warranties and as-built documentation.

Skills

Electrical construction coordination

Scheduling

budgeting and cost tracking

Subcontractor coordination

Quality control

Reading drawings and specs

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Education

Construction management degree

Electrical technology training

Tools

MS Office

Construction PM software

Job description

Assistant Project Manager (electrical)

$65000 - $95000 per year | Pembroke, MA | On-site | Permanent

Well-established regional organization with a stellar reputation seeks an Electrical PM

Our client is a well-established electrical contractor based in Pembroke, Massachusetts, with more than 30 years of experience serving Greater Boston and the surrounding region. The company provides electrical construction, low voltage solutions, design/build services, and 24/7 service for large commercial, educational, housing, and lab/medical/pharmaceutical projects, working alongside leading general contractors. With about 125 employees, it is large enough to take on complex projects and small enough for you to make a real impact and grow your career.

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established electrical contractor based in Pembroke, Massachusetts, with more than 30 years of experience serving Greater Boston and the surrounding region. The company provides electrical construction, low voltage solutions, design/build services, and 24/7 service for large commercial, educational, housing, and lab/medical/pharmaceutical projects, working alongside leading general contractors. With about 125 employees, it is large enough to take on complex projects and small enough for you to make a real impact and grow your career.

Why join us?

Stable and growing company

• Competitive Salary
• Full Benefits Package
• Generous PTO

Job Details

Take the next step in your construction career as a Permanent Assistant Project Manager specializing in electrical projects. Join a commercial electrical contracting team where you’ll help turn complex plans into safe, high-quality installations.

In this full-time, permanent role, you’ll partner with Project Managers, field supervisors, and union electricians to keep commercial electrical projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with client expectations. This is an opportunity to build your project leadership skills while making a visible impact from preconstruction through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and delivering commercial electrical construction projects.
• Assist with project budgets, cost tracking, forecasts, schedules, procurement, and material deliveries.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and union field personnel to resolve issues and maintain progress.
• Prepare and track submittals, requests for information, change orders, meeting notes, and other project documentation.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and contract requirements to support accurate project execution.
• Monitor installation quality and assist with quality control inspections, deficiency tracking, and corrective actions.
• Support compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety requirements, project specifications, and company procedures.
• Participate in jobsite meetings and communicate updates, risks, and action items to project stakeholders.
• Assist with labor planning and productivity tracking in a union electrical contracting environment.
• Help manage punch lists, as-built documentation, warranties, and project closeout requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in electrical construction project coordination, assistant project management, project management, or an equivalent role.
• Experience working for a commercial electrical contractor, with exposure to union electrical contractor operations or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to support a Project Manager with scheduling, budgeting, documentation, and subcontractor or vendor coordination.
• Experience with quality control processes, including inspections, specification compliance, and resolving installation deficiencies.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Working knowledge of commercial electrical systems, construction practices, and applicable safety and electrical code requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with construction project management software.
• A collaborative, proactive approach and a commitment to safety, workmanship, and accountability.
• A degree or technical training in construction management, electrical technology, engineering, or a related field is preferred; equivalent hands‑on experience is welcome.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.