Electrical Assistant Project Manager

Summit Construction Advisors; California; On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Summit Construction Advisors seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support electrical construction projects in the Los Angeles market. You will collaborate with the Project Manager to coordinate day-to-day operations, financial tracking, and client/vendor communication.

This role offers hands-on experience across project management, estimating, and operations in a fast-paced environment. Growth opportunities in the LA construction sector with exposure to plans, budgets, and schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in electrical construction.
• Understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, and construction processes.
• Strong organizational and multi-project management skills.
• Experience with project financial tracking and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in planning, executing, and managing electrical construction projects.
• Coordinate communication between clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Assist with reviewing plans/drawings and preparing estimates aligned with project budgets.
• Help manage project budgets, contract documentation, and financial tracking.
• Process and track purchase orders, material orders, vendor invoices, billings, and credits.
• Assist with change orders, takeoffs, and project documentation.
• Track and coordinate delivery of materials, equipment, and rentals for active projects.
• Maintain accurate records including RFIs, submittals, transmittals, and project logs.
• Create and manage action logs, tracking reports, and project documentation systems.
• Support foremen and field teams by distributing labor reports and project updates.
• Ensure project drawings and plans are current and properly maintained in systems like PlanGrid.
• Participate in project meetings, including turnover meetings.
• Step in to help manage daily operations when the Project Manager is unavailable.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, organized, and up to date.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Construction software proficiency

Education

Electrical construction experience

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Trimble Accubid

ClearStory

Deltek/ComputerEase

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Manager to support electrical construction projects in the Los Angeles market. This role works closely with the Project Manager and plays a key part in coordinating day-to-day project operations, financial tracking, and client/vendor communication.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue building their career in electrical construction, gaining hands-on experience across project management, estimating, and operations within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in planning, executing, and managing electrical construction projects
• Coordinate communication between clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Assist with reviewing plans/drawings and preparing estimates aligned with project budgets
• Help manage project budgets, contract documentation, and financial tracking
• Process and track purchase orders, material orders, vendor invoices, billings, and credits
• Assist with change orders, takeoffs, and project documentation
• Track and coordinate delivery of materials, equipment, and rentals for active projects
• Maintain accurate records including RFIs, submittals, transmittals, and project logs
• Create and manage action logs, tracking reports, and project documentation systems
• Support foremen and field teams by distributing labor reports and project updates
• Ensure project drawings and plans are current and properly maintained in systems like PlanGrid
• Participate in project meetings, including turnover meetings
• Step in to help manage daily operations when the Project Manager is unavailable
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, organized, and up to date

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in electrical construction
• Fundamental understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, and construction processes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience with project financial tracking and documentation
• Proficiency with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Trimble Accubid, Clearstory, and ERP systems (ComputerEase/Deltek preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take initiative
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities

Compensation and Benefits

• $115,000–$140,000+ depending on experience
• Project Bonus & Annual Bonus Eligible
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match