Electrical Assistant Project Manager

Fountain Electric & Services LLC

Asheville (NC)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 55,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Fountain Services, LLC in Asheville, NC is seeking an Electrical Assistant Project Manager to support commercial and industrial electrical projects from pre-construction through closeout.

You will coordinate schedules, materials, manpower, budgets, and project documentation, visit jobsites regularly, track progress, and communicate with customers, general contractors, engineers, and internal teams to keep work moving safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 10 years of commercial/industrial electrical experience.
At least 5 years of Foreman/Superintendent experience.
Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and construction docs.
Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and follow-through skills.
Ability to travel to assigned jobsites and pass drug screen/background check.

Responsibilities

Assist Project Managers with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination across multiple projects.
Track costs, labor hours, material deliveries, and progress; communicate delays or budget concerns.
Coordinate with customers, general contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, and internal teams.
Review electrical plans and specifications; assist with layout drawings and clarifications.
Prepare RFIs, submittals, PO changes, and other project records.
Assist with material purchasing, delivery scheduling, and vendor/subcontractor agreements.
Work with foremen and superintendents to coordinate manpower, sequencing, and jobsite priorities.
Support estimators/project engineers with scope, takeoffs, pricing, and handoffs.
Visit jobsites, attend meetings, and document progress and actions.
Maintain quality assurance, safety standards, and project closeout requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Multi-priority management

Reading electrical plans

Team collaboration

Travel ability

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

Associate/Bachelor degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Project management tools

Job description

About Fountain Services, LLC

Established in 1946, Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for nearly 80 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services.

Fountain Services, LLC

About Fountain Services, LLC

Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect.

We don’t just build electrical systems — we build careers.

Your Role: Electrical Assistant Project Manager

As an Electrical Assistant Project Manager at Fountain Services, you will work closely with Project Managers and field leadership to support commercial and industrial electrical projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will help coordinate schedules, materials, manpower, budgets, and project documentation to keep work moving safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.

This role is an opportunity for an experienced electrical professional to apply their field knowledge, strengthen their project management skills, and continue building a long-term career with Fountain.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Project Managers with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination across multiple projects.
Track project costs, labor hours, material deliveries, and progress; communicate potential delays, budget concerns, and other issues to the Project Manager.
Coordinate with customers, general contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Review and interpret electrical plans, blueprints, specifications, and other construction documents; assist with layout drawings and identify questions or conflicts requiring clarification.
Prepare, track, and maintain requests for information (RFIs), submittals, purchase orders, change order documentation, and other project records.
Assist with material purchasing, delivery scheduling, and administration of vendor, supplier, and subcontractor agreements.
Work with Project Managers, Foremen, and Superintendents to coordinate manpower needs, work sequencing, and jobsite priorities.
Support estimators and project engineers with scope reviews, takeoffs, pricing, and project handoffs as needed.
Visit jobsites regularly, attend project meetings, and document progress, action items, and follow-up needs.
Support field leadership in resolving project issues and maintaining clear communication between the office and jobsites.
Assist with quality assurance and quality control, and support compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and company safety standards.
Assist with punch lists, as-built documentation, operation and maintenance manuals, and other project closeout requirements.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 10 years of commercial and/or industrial electrical experience.
At least 5 years of experience as a Foreman or Superintendent.
Ability to read and interpret electrical plans, specifications, and construction documents.
Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and follow-through skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work well under time constraints.
Ability to work collaboratively with office staff, field leadership, and external project partners.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to travel to assigned jobsites.
Must pass a drug screening and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of an electrical apprenticeship, trade school, or technical training program.
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Relevant electrical licenses or certifications, such as Journeyman or Master Electrician.
Experience as an electrical estimator or project engineer.
Experience with project documentation, cost tracking, material procurement, and scheduling.
Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and other project management tools.

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