Substation Construction Assistant Project Manager

Summit Underground Services; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utility Services in Canton, MS, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Substation Construction to support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing power distribution projects. This role ensures milestones, budgets, and quality standards are maintained across all phases, with close collaboration across teams and clients.

This in-office role requires a minimum of four days per week in the office and offers a path to grow within a dynamic, safety‑driven organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Finance or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in power distribution, construction, or project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.
• Highly skilled in Excel, Microsoft Project, P6 Scheduling, and other project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Project Manager.
• Support procurement and logistics for materials and equipment needed for power distribution systems.
• Help manage subcontractors and vendors to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Participate in site inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Identify potential risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Project

P6 Scheduling

MS Office Suite

Job description

United Utility Services in Canton, MS, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for Substation Construction to support the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, and overseeing power distribution projects. This role ensures milestones, budgets, and quality standards are maintained across all phases, with close collaboration across teams and clients.

This in-office role requires a minimum of four days per week in the office and offers a path to grow within a dynamic, safety‑driven organization.