Assistant Project Manager, Renewables Division

Westwood Professional Services Inc•Middleton, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager will provide support to an experienced project manager on complex and/or multi-service projects. They will also be responsible for project management of small and/or single-service projects and support a service lead on small and/or single-service projects. The Assistant Project Manager will play a key role in stakeholder relationships, team management, project planning and monitoring, oversight of project work and deliverables, managing uncertainty and change, and timely invoicing and AR collection.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
2-4 years of experience in a project coordinator or similar role
Professional licensure in a technical field, CAPM, or related certification
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Proficiency in project management software and tools
Attention to detail and ability to multitask
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies

Nice To Haves

Experience in managing complex and/or multi-service projects
Familiarity with multiple service and multiple office environments
Previous experience mentoring and supporting junior project staff
Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards
Advanced proficiency in project management software and tools

Responsibilities

Help assist Senior Project Manager to manage overall project performance (quality, scope, schedule, cost, communication, resource issues, risks, and customer satisfaction), utilizing the resources of team members.
May serve as single-point-of-contact by establishing, maintaining, and managing customer, subcontractor, and joint venture partner's expectations (where applicable) relating to project performance.
Reports project status and performance data as required to management, project sponsors, and other stakeholders.
Supports the planning, monitoring, and controls of the project throughout its life-cycle (bid, contract award, engineering/design, procurement, construction, closeout).
Independently submit and record project invoices.
Run financial reports for assigned projects.
Monitor project deadlines and benchmarks and support the Project manager with monthly reports.
Prepare and present meetings notes when necessary.
Resolve questions regarding the project; research and provide appropriate answers after reviewing with the team and the Project Manager to stakeholders.
Managing a major project.
Mentoring others. (based on PMI's PMBOK®)
Assist in marketing and business development activities.
Assist in changes to the project plans.
Developing process for managing Projects.
Reviewing Standards for Project Execution (Checklists, Flowcharts, etc.)
Mentor and support Project Assistants