Associate Project Manager – Power Utility Construction

Henkels-; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) seeks an Assoc Project Manager to support utility construction projects, bridging field operations and senior management. You will assist in planning, scheduling, cost control, and documentation across distribution, transmission, and substation work.

The role requires foundational construction experience and the ability to work on-site with occasional travel, coordinating with field supervisors and vendors while tracking progress and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical/Civil Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 2–4 years of experience in construction, with at least 1 year in a project coordination or field support role within utility or infrastructure sectors, preferred
• Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and utility standards (e.g., NESC, NEC).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; exposure to scheduling or project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Procore) is a plus.
• Understanding of basic earned value tracking and project performance indicators.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both in the office and on active job sites; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning, executing, and closing out utility construction projects, including overhead/underground distribution and transmission systems.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities with field supervisors, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues.
• Monitor project schedules and budgets; assist in tracking progress against baseline and using earned value principles for performance evaluation.
• Assist with the preparation of project documentation such as work plans, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout packages.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress, ensure safety compliance, and verify quality standards.
• Participate in internal and client‑facing project meetings; document and distribute meeting notes and action items.
• Assist in reviewing invoices, tracking project costs, and preparing billing documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Field readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Procore

Job description

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) seeks an Assoc Project Manager to support utility construction projects, bridging field operations and senior management. You will assist in planning, scheduling, cost control, and documentation across distribution, transmission, and substation work.

The role requires foundational construction experience and the ability to work on-site with occasional travel, coordinating with field supervisors and vendors while tracking progress and safety standards.