Assistant Project Manager - Special Systems

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alterman, Inc. in Austin is seeking a Special Systems Assistant Project Manager to oversee project components and customer interactions under the lead project manager, ensuring execution at the lowest cost, safely, and with the highest quality per contract.

Location: Austin. The role requires 3-5 years in field supervision within Teledata construction, with apprenticeship and knowledge of data/security/AV systems. Strong communication with office and field staff is essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a field supervisory role in Teledata construction.
• Must have completed Teledata Apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Data Systems, Physical Security Systems, AV Systems; BICSI certification a plus.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications including blue prints and proposals."
• Ability to communicate effectively with office and field staff.
• Professional appearance and friendly demeanor with clients, vendors and staff.
• Proficient with basic office programs (Word and Outlook) and related software/systems.

Responsibilities

• Work with the lead PM to manage 5 key components: account management, project management, project planning, material procurement, and labor.
• Identify critical path activities and prepare documentation for approval by the lead PM.
• Assist with coordination and preplanning: review plans/specs, budgeting, job cost entry, scheduling, and project documents.
• Communicate information on operations to the lead PM and other managers for full understanding.
• Ensure duties comply with Alterman’s mission, safety standards, and policies.
• Take on additional tasks as assigned by the lead PM and work to complete duties accurately.
• Communicate effectively with Alterman personnel to meet expectations.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Plan reading

Teledata knowledge

Coordination with lead PM

Office software (Word, Outlook)

Education

Teledata Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Word

Outlook

Job description

Alterman, Inc.

The Special Systems Assistant Project Manager will be assigned responsibilities by the lead project manager to include project components and customer interactions. This position will assume the responsibility and accountability for the execution of all project assignments as determined by the lead project manager and Alterman management. Tasks will be carried out at the lowest cost, safely, and at the highest quality consistent with contract requirements and good business practices.

Location: Austin

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Ability to effectively work with 5 key components: account management, project management, project planning, material procurement, and labor as directed by the lead project manager.
• Work with the lead PM to identify "critical path activities" of the project, then assist in preparing documentation required to accomplish these activities and submit to lead project manager for final approval.
• Assist with the coordination and preplanning of a project: review plans & specs, budgeting, job cost entry, scheduling, preparing project documents, monitor productivity, assist with job cost projections, contract interpretation, and attend project meetings when necessary. All under the direction of the lead PM.
• Communicate information concerning operations to the lead project manager and other managers as directed so that all parties to have a full understanding of overall project operations.
• Ensure that all duties of this position are carried out in compliance with Alterman’s stated mission, vision, values, safety standards, and company policies and procedures.
• Assume additional tasks that are assigned by the lead project manager or which are logically inherent to this position and be willing to put in the effort that is necessary to ensure that job duties are performed completely and accurately.
• Communicate effectively with Alterman personnel and especially the lead project manager to ensure expectations are being met and assigned duties are affectively achieved.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a field supervisory position, a minimum of 5 years working and studying in the Teledata construction industry and a good working knowledge of Estimating and Field Engineering is preferred.
• Must have completed Teledata Apprenticeship or similar / equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of Data Systems, Physical Security Systems, AV Systems and BICSI Certification a plus.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications to include blue prints, proposals, and other documents as they relate to Teledata work.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with office and field staff.
• Must be professional in appearance and possess a friendly demeanor with clients, vendors, and staff.
• Proficient computer skills with all basic office programs (Word and Outlook) and the ability to learn and use related software and systems are required.