Senior Project Associate & Apprenticeship (Electrical)

Miller Electric Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental (100% covered)

401k retirement with company matching

Vision plans

Tuition Reimbursement Program

College Coach Services

Job summary

Miller Electric is seeking motivated candidates for a full‑time Senior Project Associate role, which includes enrollment in our industry‑leading Project Management Apprenticeship Program. This yearlong program provides continuous learning and hands‑on development designed to kickstart your career in Construction Project Management.

As a Senior Project Associate & Apprenticeship, you will report directly to a project leader in a client‑facing role that requires strong relationship‑building skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or IBEW licensed electrician.
• Strong computer & Microsoft 365 skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to developing time management and organizational skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on learning environment.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Understand Miller Electric’s service-based approach to the electrical project management process.
• Begin building long term relationships with your clients and fellow employees by earning trust through diligent communication and high-quality work ethic.
• Support the generation of estimates and proposals to support your team in winning new work, establishing procedures, and scheduling timelines.
• Develop a strong electrical/material vocabulary and understanding of job site etiquette.
• Work with your team to ensure the project is built in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with your field leaders to confirm client expectations and coordination with your subcontractors and other trades.
• Assess construction progress, team needs, and issues through regular project visits with your field supervision.
• Work with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Hands-on learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or IBEW licensed electrician

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Miller Electric is seeking motivated candidates for a full‑time Senior Project Associate role, which includes enrollment in our industry‑leading Project Management Apprenticeship Program. This yearlong program provides continuous learning and hands‑on development designed to kickstart your career in Construction Project Management.

As a Senior Project Associate & Apprenticeship, you will report directly to a project leader in a client‑facing role that requires strong relationship‑building skills